Hostage Taker is a rare Human Pirate creature card from the 2017 Ixalan expansion in Magic: The Gathering. It provides a powerful temporary exile effect for strategic advantage.
Hostage Taker
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Ixalan
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Hostage Taker stands as a compelling choice for players seeking tactical depth within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Released in 2017 as part of the Ixalan set, this card carries the number 223 and is classified as a rare card, reflecting its significance in the game's ecosystem. Designed by artist Wayne Reynolds, the card depicts a Human Pirate with a mana cost of {2}{U}{B} and a power and toughness of 2/3. The strategic appeal of Hostage Taker lies in its unique entry effect. When played from your hand, you can target an opponent's creature or artifact to exile it temporarily. This exile effect lasts as long as Hostage Taker remains on the battlefield, offering a flexible window to disrupt your opponent's strategy. Crucially, you are allowed to cast the exiled card during this period, and you may use mana of any type to do so, bypassing traditional color restrictions. This versatility makes it a favorite among collectors who appreciate cards with intricate rules interactions and high utility. Collectors often seek out cards like Hostage Taker for their ability to change the flow of a game with a single play. Its dual-color identity of blue and black allows it to be included in a variety of decks, making it a staple in many players' collections. Whether you are building a competitive deck or simply appreciating the artistry and mechanics of Magic: The Gathering, this card represents a key piece of the Ixalan expansion's legacy.
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Card Details
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Hostage Taker
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Wayne Reynolds
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}{B}
Creature — Human Pirate
2 / 3
B, U
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When this creature enters, exile another target creature or artifact until this creature leaves the battlefield. You may cast that card for as long as it remains exiled, and mana of any type can be spent to cast that spell.
