The 2023 Magic: The Gathering Doctor Who Uncommon foil card Decaying Time Loop (#80) is a distinctive Instant with the Retrace ability, featuring art by Alexander Gering.
Decaying Time Loop
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Doctor Who
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Description
The 2023 Magic: The Gathering Doctor Who expansion brings a unique crossover experience to the tabletop arena, and Decaying Time Loop stands out as a compelling Instant card for enthusiasts. Identified by card number 80, this Uncommon release features a striking foil finish that enhances its visual appeal for collectors. The card's mana cost of three generic mana and one red mana results in a mana value of 4, making it an accessible option within the red color identity. Its primary effect allows players to discard their entire hand and draw an equal number of cards, offering a dramatic swing in resources. A key feature of this card is the Retrace mechanic, which permits casting it from the graveyard by discarding a land card in addition to its normal mana cost. This adds a layer of strategic depth, allowing for recursive play that can turn the tide of a game. The flavor text, attributed to The Thirteenth Doctor, reflects the theme of persistence and learning through failure, resonating with fans of the series. For collectors, the combination of the Doctor Who brand and the high-quality foil treatment makes this card a desirable addition to any set. The card's identity as an Instant ensures it can be played at any time, providing flexibility in deck construction. Whether for completing the WHO set code collection or for gameplay utility, Decaying Time Loop represents a unique intersection of pop culture and TCG strategy.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Decaying Time Loop
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Alexander Gering
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{R}
Instant
R
Card Text
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Discard all the cards in your hand, then draw that many cards. Retrace (You may cast this card from your graveyard by discarding a land card in addition to paying its other costs.)
"We try, it doesn't work, we try again. We learn, we improve, we fail again, but better." —The Thirteenth Doctor









