Fleeting Distraction is a 2016 Magic: The Gathering trading card from the Conspiracy: Take the Crown set, known for its simple yet effective gameplay mechanics.
Fleeting Distraction
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Conspiracy: Take the Crown
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Fleeting Distraction is a Common instant card from the 2016 Magic: The Gathering expansion, Conspiracy: Take the Crown, bearing card number 110. Designed by Ryan Yee, this single-blue mana card offers a flexible two-part effect that appeals to players and collectors alike. The card allows a player to target a creature, reducing its power by one and its toughness by zero until the end of the turn, followed by the ability to draw a card. This combination of temporary disruption and card advantage makes it a staple in various deck strategies. The flavor text highlights the card's narrative role as a foundational spell taught to young mages, emphasizing its utility over brute force. In the broader context of Magic: The Gathering collectibles, cards from the Conspiracy set are particularly notable for their unique design themes and gameplay innovations. Fleeting Distraction, with its straightforward mechanics and iconic set association, represents an accessible entry point for those looking to expand their Magic: The Gathering trading card collection. Its enduring presence in the game's history ensures it remains a relevant piece for enthusiasts interested in the evolution of card design and strategy. Collectors often seek out cards from this era to complete their sets or to appreciate the artistic and mechanical contributions of the Conspiracy series.
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Fleeting Distraction
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Ryan Yee
Card Stock
English
{U}
Instant
U
Card Text
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Target creature gets -1/-0 until end of turn. Draw a card.
The first spell taught to young mages, it has spared the lives of many whose hands are too small to hold a sword.












