The 2010 Magic Online Theme Decks release featuring the blue sorcery Compulsive Research, card number A19.
Compulsive Research
2010 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic Online Theme Decks
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Designed for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this card allows a target player to draw three cards but forces them to discard two unless a land is sacrificed. This mechanic creates immediate tension, making it a staple for blue-based strategies that prioritize card advantage. Art by Michael Sutfin, the card features flavor text that hints at alchemical experimentation, adding narrative depth to its gameplay function. Collectors often seek this card number for its role in completing the Magic Online Theme Decks series. The set itself is notable for bridging digital and physical play experiences, offering a curated collection of cards optimized for online matchmaking formats. For investors and hobbyists, the A19 slot represents a key component of the TD0 set code. Its common rarity makes it accessible for bulk acquisition, yet its historical significance in the Magic Online ecosystem ensures steady demand. Completing a set of Magic Online Theme Decks requires gathering all unique slots, and this sorcery is a critical piece for any serious builder. Whether you are building a vintage collection or analyzing the evolution of blue sorceries, this card offers insight into early digital-themed releases. The interplay between drawing power and resource denial defines its identity. Collectors appreciate the clean design and straightforward rules text that have stood the test of time. As the Magic: The Gathering community continues to explore its digital history, cards like A19 remain relevant for their mechanical clarity and nostalgic value.
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Compulsive Research
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Michael Sutfin
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}
Sorcery
U
Card Text
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Target player draws three cards. Then that player discards two cards unless they discard a land card.
"Four parts molten bronze, yes ... one part frozen mercury, yes, yes ... but then what?"




















