The 2008 Masters Edition II foil version of Royal Decree is a rare white enchantment card from Magic: The Gathering, featuring Pete Venters' design and distinctive cumulative upkeep mechanics.
Royal Decree
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition II
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Released in 2008 as part of the Masters Edition II set, Royal Decree (Card #31) stands as a notable white enchantment within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This foil variant captures the premium aesthetic associated with the Masters series, offering collectors a visually striking piece of TCG history. The card is designated as a Rare in the ME2 set code, reflecting its status among players and enthusiasts who value the distinctive finish and design elements of this release. The card’s gameplay revolves around a strategic cumulative upkeep mechanic, requiring the controller to pay an additional white mana for each age counter on the permanent. This cost escalates with every turn, forcing difficult decisions about maintaining the enchantment. Simultaneously, Royal Decree exerts pressure on opponents by dealing damage whenever specific permanent types—Swamps, Mountains, black permanents, or red permanents—are tapped. This dual nature makes it a unique interaction piece within the game’s complex ecosystem. Designed by Pete Venters, the card embodies the creative direction of the 2008 Masters Edition II release. Collectors often seek out this card number for its foil treatment, which enhances its visual appeal and distinguishes it from non-foil versions. The combination of the card’s intricate rules text, the artist’s contribution, and the foil finish makes it a significant item for those building comprehensive collections or focusing on white-aligned strategies. Whether for its mechanical depth or its foil presentation, Royal Decree remains a key component of the Masters Edition II identity.
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Royal Decree
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Pete Venters
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{W}{W}
Enchantment
W
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Cumulative upkeep {W} (At the beginning of your upkeep, put an age counter on this permanent, then sacrifice it unless you pay its upkeep cost for each age counter on it.) Whenever a Swamp, Mountain, black permanent, or red permanent becomes tapped, this enchantment deals 1 damage to that permanent's controller.
