The details of Chains of Mephistopheles, card number 91 from the 1994 Magic: The Gathering Legends expansion.
Chains of Mephistopheles
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • Legends
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Description
Chains of Mephistopheles, identified as card number 91 in the 1994 Legends set, remains a cornerstone of early Magic: The Gathering history. Designed by Heather Hudson, this rare enchantment card introduced a unique constraint that fundamentally altered how players approached resource management. The card’s mechanics force a difficult choice: when a player would draw a card, they must first discard one to draw a new one, or mill a card from their library if they cannot discard. This design created intense strategic depth, rewarding players who could leverage the mill effect while punishing those caught off guard. Collectors value this piece for its historical significance in shaping the game’s early meta. The product represents a key era in trading card game development, appealing to those interested in the evolution of gameplay mechanics. Whether for completing a set or studying classic design, this card offers a tangible connection to the franchise's origins.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Chains of Mephistopheles
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Heather Hudson
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}
Enchantment
B
Card Text
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If a player would draw a card except the first one they draw in each of their draw steps, that player discards a card instead. If the player discards a card this way, they draw a card. If the player doesn't discard a card this way, they mill a card.