Repeal

Description

Repeal serves as a functional piece of the blue mana pool within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Released in 2017 as part of the Iconic Masters set, this card carries the catalog number 70 and is designated as a common rarity. The card is visually identified by the set code IMA and features artwork by Dan Murayama Scott. As an Instant spell, Repeal allows players to cast it at any time they could cast a sorcery, providing flexibility during their opponent's turn. The mana cost of {X}{U} means the player must pay one blue mana plus an additional amount determined by the value of X chosen at the time of casting. With a mana value of 1 regardless of the X cost, the card remains accessible in decks built around low-cost interactions. The primary effect of Repeal is to target a nonland permanent with a mana value equal to X and return it to its owner's hand. This interaction is often used to temporarily remove threatening permanents from the battlefield. Additionally, the card allows the caster to draw a card, balancing the temporary displacement of the target with card advantage. This dual effect makes it a staple for control-oriented strategies that prioritize resource management. The flavor text, attributed to Agosto, Azorius imperator, adds a narrative layer to the card's mechanical function, suggesting a bureaucratic or legalistic approach to magic. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering cards often seek out cards from the Iconic Masters set for their unique frame designs and curated selections of powerful spells. Repeal represents the strategic depth of the game, offering a reliable tool for navigating complex board states.