# 2011 Magic: The Gathering Magic 2012 #73

> Ponder is a Common Sorcery card from the Magic 2012 set, featuring an illustration by Dan Murayama Scott and a mana cost of {U}.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2011
- **Brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set**: Magic 2012
- **Card Number**: 73
- **Featured**: Ponder
- **Game**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Rarity**: Common
- **Mana cost**: {U}
- **Type**: Sorcery
- **Color**: U
- **Language**: English
- **Material**: Card Stock
- **Finish**: Normal

## Description

Ponder is a Common Sorcery card from the Magic 2012 set (M12), identified by card number 73. It requires one blue mana to cast and has a mana value of 1. The card features artwork by Dan Murayama Scott and includes the flavor text, "Tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today." This Magic: The Gathering trading card game card is part of the core set released in 2011.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Ponder?

Ponder has a mana cost of {U}, meaning it requires one blue mana to cast. It has a mana value of 1 and is a blue Sorcery card.

### Who illustrated the Magic 2012 version of Ponder?

The Magic 2012 edition of Ponder was illustrated by Dan Murayama Scott. This version is designated by the set code M12 and card number 73.

### What type of card is Ponder?

Ponder is a Sorcery card in Magic: The Gathering. It belongs to the blue color identity and is classified as a Common rarity card in the Magic 2012 set.

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