The 2023 Magic: The Gathering Doctor Who set introduces Ensnared by the Mara, a rare sorcery card numbered 84. This card offers complex gameplay options centered on exile mechanics and mana cost reduction.
Ensnared by the Mara
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Doctor Who
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The 2023 Doctor Who expansion for Magic: The Gathering brings iconic sci-fi elements into the collectible card game with Ensnared by the Mara. Identified as card number 84 in the WHO set code, this rare sorcery is designed for players who appreciate strategic depth and thematic integration. The card features a mana cost of {2}{R}{R}, placing it firmly in the red color identity with a mana value of 4. Gameplay for Ensnared by the Mara centers on a binary choice that impacts opponents significantly. When cast, each opponent must decide between two exile-based consequences. They can choose to exile cards from their library until a nonland card appears, allowing the caster to potentially cast that card for free. Alternatively, they may opt to exile the top four cards of their library, dealing damage equal to the total mana value of those exiled cards. This dual-option mechanic makes the card a versatile tool for controlling the board state and disrupting opponent resources. Art by Andrey Kuzinskiy, this release is a sought-after piece for fans of both the long-running television series and the trading card game. As a rare card, Ensnared by the Mara stands out as a key component for those building complete sets or seeking powerful sorceries for their decks. The card’s design and mechanics reflect the high production standards of Magic: The Gathering, making it a durable addition to any serious collection. Whether for gameplay utility or set completion, this card represents a significant intersection of pop culture and hobbyist collecting.
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Ensnared by the Mara
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Andrey Kuzinskiy
Card Stock
English
{2}{R}{R}
Sorcery
R
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Each opponent faces a villainous choice — They exile cards from the top of their library until they exile a nonland card, then you may cast that card without paying its mana cost, or that player exiles the top four cards of their library and Ensnared by the Mara deals damage equal to the total mana value of those exiled cards to that player.
