Tember City

Description

The 2009 Magic: The Gathering Tember City DCI Promo card, designated as card number 45, stands as a distinct entry in the game's catalog of promotional releases. This Rare Plane-Kinshala was illustrated by Ben Thompson and carries a mana value of 0. Unlike standard lands or creatures, this card represents a playable dimension within the game's lore, specifically the plane of Kinshala. The card's rules text introduces mechanics that interact directly with resource management and board state disruption. Whenever a player taps a land for mana, Tember City deals 1 damage to that player. Additionally, the card features a second effect that triggers when chaos ensues, requiring each other player to sacrifice a nonland permanent of their choice. These effects make it a notable piece for collectors interested in the experimental design directions of the era, particularly those focused on planar themes. As a DCI Promo, this card was distributed through official Wizards of the Coast channels rather than standard booster packs. This card is number 45 in the DCI Promos set. The presence of Ben Thompson's art adds to its appeal for fans of the artist's work during this period. The combination of the card number, the set code DCI, and the unique planar type makes it a recognizable item for those familiar with late-2000s Magic releases.