The history and collector appeal of Martyr of Frost, card number 2 from Magic: The Gathering's 2014 Duel Decks Anthology: Jace vs. Chandra.
Martyr of Frost
2014 • Magic: The Gathering • Duel Decks Anthology: Jace vs. Chandra
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Description
Released in 2014, Martyr of Frost is card number 2 in the Duel Decks Anthology: Jace vs. Chandra set. This Magic: The Gathering card features the character Martyr of Frost and was illustrated by Wayne England. As a Common rarity card within the JVC set, it serves as a foundational piece for players and collectors focusing on the blue mana strategy. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Jace vs. Chandra set or to utilize its unique gameplay mechanic. The card allows players to counter target spells by sacrificing itself and revealing blue cards from their hand, providing a strategic advantage during gameplay. For those interested in the lore of Magic: The Gathering, Martyr of Frost represents the potent and primal magic of the Balduvians, adding depth to the card's narrative background. Whether you are building a new deck or expanding your collection of Magic: The Gathering trading cards, Martyr of Frost offers both functional value and aesthetic appeal. Its straightforward design and impactful effect make it a memorable part of the 2014 release.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Martyr of Frost
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Wayne England
Card Stock
English
{U}
Creature — Human Wizard
1 / 1
U
Card Text
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{2}, Reveal X blue cards from your hand, Sacrifice this creature: Counter target spell unless its controller pays {X}.
"Do not call the Balduvians barbaric. Their magic is as potent as it is primal." —Zur the Enchanter
FAQ
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What set is Martyr of Frost from?
Martyr of Frost is from the Duel Decks Anthology: Jace vs. Chandra set, released in 2014. It is card number 2 in the JVC set code and is classified as a Common rarity.
What does Martyr of Frost do in gameplay?
Martyr of Frost is a 1/1 Human Wizard with a mana cost of one blue mana. Its ability allows you to reveal X blue cards from your hand and sacrifice the creature to counter a target spell unless its controller pays {X}.
Who illustrated Martyr of Frost?
The card was illustrated by Wayne England, known for his distinctive style in Magic: The Gathering art. The flavor text references Zur the Enchanter and the magic of the Balduvians.
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