The 2020 Commander Legends release of Compulsive Research (CMR 394) features Sara Winters' art and serves as a staple blue sorcery for Magic: The Gathering collectors.
Compulsive Research
2020 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander Legends
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Released in 2020 as part of the Commander Legends expansion, the Magic: The Gathering Compulsive Research card (card number 394) is a staple blue sorcery designed for the Commander format. This common rarity card, illustrated by Sara Winters, allows a target player to draw three cards but forces them to discard two unless they discard a land. The card's mana cost of {2}{U} and mana value of 3 make it a consistent inclusion in blue-based decks that prioritize card advantage. Collectors often seek this print for its iconic gameplay mechanics and the distinctive artwork that defines the Commander Legends aesthetic. The flavor text adds narrative depth, hinting at alchemical or magical experimentation. As a key component of the CMR set, this card represents the strategic depth and competitive viability that Magic: The Gathering is known for. Whether you are building a Commander deck or completing your Commander Legends set, this card offers both utility and collectible value. Its straightforward sorcery type and blue color identity make it a recognizable and desirable piece for any serious Magic: The Gathering enthusiast.
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Compulsive Research
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Sara Winters
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}
Sorcery
U
Card Text
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Target player draws three cards. Then that player discards two cards unless they discard a land card.
"Four parts molten bronze, yes . . . one part frozen mercury, yes, yes . . . but then what?"