This 2018 foil promo card features the blue Instant spell Sinister Sabotage from the Magic: The Gathering Guilds of Ravnica Promos set.
2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Guilds of Ravnica Promos
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Designated as card number 54 in the PGRN set code, this uncommon Instant carries a mana cost of {1}{U}{U} and possesses a mana value of 3. The card's blue color identity is central to its function within the game's mechanics. The artwork for this promo is credited to illustrator Mathias Kollros, adding a distinct visual element to the card's presentation. Mechanically, Sinister Sabotage is designed as a counterspell with a secondary benefit. Players can use the card to counter a target spell, effectively negating an opponent's action. Following the counter effect, the card allows the player to surveil one card, meaning they look at the top card of their library and may place it into their graveyard. This combination of disruption and card filtering makes the card a functional tool in many blue-based decks. The flavor text, attributed to the character Lazav, hints at the political intrigue and guild dynamics that define the Ravnica plane, noting that intel regarding guild influence is critical for success. The foil finish provides a shimmering contrast to the standard matte finish of common and uncommon cards. As a promo release, Sinister Sabotage holds a specific place in the Guilds of Ravnica product line. Its design and functionality reflect the strategic depth of Magic: The Gathering during this era. Whether for gameplay utility or set completion, this card represents a tangible piece of the 2018 Magic: The Gathering landscape. The Guilds of Ravnica Promos set continues to be referenced by players and collectors interested in this block of expansions.
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Sinister Sabotage
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Mathias Kollros
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{U}{U}
Instant
U
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Counter target spell. Surveil 1. (Look at the top card of your library. You may put it into your graveyard.)
"We have intel that some guilds have fallen under an invader's influence. Until we're sure, no venture succeeds." —Lazav
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