The foil mythic rare Trinisphere card from Magic: The Gathering's 2009 From the Vault: Exiled series. This powerful artifact card features unique mana restriction mechanics and is a key piece for serious TCG collectors.
Trinisphere
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • From the Vault: Exiled
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As card number 15 in the V09 set, this artifact card is defined by its unique ability to impose mana costs, ensuring that any spell costing less than three mana to cast must cost exactly three mana instead. This mechanic fundamentally alters game dynamics, making it a highly respected piece for Magic: The Gathering collectors and players alike. Designed by Tim Hildebrandt, the card features a distinct foil finish that enhances its visual appeal and rarity. The flavor text, "Designed to restrain petty thoughts, but used to repress entire empires," adds narrative depth to its mechanical function. For collectors, owning a copy of the Trinisphere from From the Vault: Exiled represents a tangible connection to one of Magic's most impactful design experiments. Whether you are building a thematic collection or seeking high-impact artifacts for your library, this card offers both historical significance and gameplay versatility. Its status as a mythic rare from a special limited series ensures it remains a sought-after item for enthusiasts looking to complete their Vault collections or add a unique artifact to their roster.
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Trinisphere
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Tim Hildebrandt
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}
Artifact
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As long as this artifact is untapped, each spell that would cost less than three mana to cast costs three mana to cast. (Additional mana in the cost may be paid with any color of mana or colorless mana. For example, a spell that would cost {1}{B} to cast costs {2}{B} to cast instead.)
Designed to restrain petty thoughts, but used to repress entire empires.
