Exotic Curse

Description

Exotic Curse, card number 56 from the 2010 release Duel Decks: Phyrexia vs. The Coalition, serves as a potent enchantment aura in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This card is part of the DDE set code, offering collectors and players a piece of the era's distinct strategic design. As a common rarity, it provides accessible entry into the specific mechanics introduced by this duel deck series. The card functions as an Aura with a mana cost of two generic mana and one black mana, resulting in a mana value of three. Players attach this enchantment to a creature to activate its unique ability: the enchanted creature receives a -1/-1 counter for each basic land type among the lands you control. This mechanic, often referred to as Domain, encourages deck builders to focus on specific land bases to maximize the card's impact in combat. The design reflects the Phyrexian theme of decay and corruption, fitting seamlessly into the black mana color identity. For collectors, this card represents a tangible link to the 2010 Duel Decks product line, which focused on pre-constructed, themed matchups. The DDE set code helps organize this release within the broader Magic: The Gathering catalog. Enthusiasts who appreciate the strategic depth of aura enchantments or those collecting the full Duel Decks: Phyrexia vs. The Coalition series will find this card to be a fundamental component. Its straightforward rules text and thematic relevance make it a notable item for understanding the game's evolution during this period. The artist Dany Orizio contributed to the visual identity of this release, adding to the card's collectible value for those who follow specific illustrators.