# 2016 Magic: The Gathering Commander 2016 #229

> Whispering Madness is a Rare Sorcery from the Magic: The Gathering Commander 2016 set, featuring the Cipher mechanic for repeated value.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2016
- **Brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set**: Commander 2016
- **Card Number**: 229
- **Featured**: Whispering Madness
- **Game**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Rarity**: Rare
- **Mana cost**: {2}{U}{B}
- **Type**: Sorcery
- **Color**: B, U
- **Language**: English
- **Material**: Card Stock
- **Finish**: Normal

## Description

Whispering Madness is a four-mana Sorcery from the Magic: The Gathering Commander 2016 set, identified by card number 229. Designed for the Blue and Black color identity, this card carries a mana cost of {2}{U}{B} and holds the Rare rarity designation. The artwork for this print was created by Clint Cearley, contributing to the distinct visual identity of the Commander 2016 release. The card’s primary function involves discarding a player's hand and then drawing cards equal to the highest number discarded. This mechanism allows players to cycle through their deck while potentially gaining significant card advantage. Beyond its immediate effect, Whispering Madness includes the Cipher keyword ability. This feature allows the card to be exiled encoded on a creature you control. Whenever that creature deals combat damage to a player, its controller may cast a copy of the encoded card without paying its mana cost. This creates a loop of value, as the copy can be encoded on another creature or trigger again if the mechanics allow. The inclusion of Cipher adds strategic depth, making Whispering Madness a functional piece for many decks., you can browse a diverse selection of Magic: The Gathering cards to build your library. The card's combination of hand disruption and recursive value makes it a notable entry in the Commander 2016 checklist.

## FAQ

### What is the Cipher mechanic on Whispering Madness?

Cipher allows you to exile Whispering Madness encoded on a creature you control. Whenever that creature deals combat damage to a player, you may cast a copy of the encoded card without paying its mana cost.

### What is the mana cost for Whispering Madness?

Whispering Madness has a mana cost of {2}{U}{B}, requiring two generic mana, one blue mana, and one black mana to cast.

### Is Whispering Madness a Rare card?

Yes, Whispering Madness is designated as a Rare card in the Commander 2016 set.

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