Eightfold Maze is a white instant card from the 2009 Magic: The Gathering Masters Edition III set, designed to neutralize attacking creatures.
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition III
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Eightfold Maze is a white instant card from the Magic: The Gathering Masters Edition III set, released in 2009. Identified as card number 9 in the set, this Uncommon card provides a targeted solution for players managing aggressive board states. The card functions as a single-target removal spell that can be cast specifically during the declare attackers step, but only if the controller has been attacked during that specific phase. This timing restriction ensures that the card is most effective when responding to immediate threats rather than being used preemptively. As a key component in white-based decks, Eightfold Maze offers a strategic advantage by allowing players to eliminate a single attacking creature without affecting the rest of the battlefield. Its mana cost of {2}{W} and mana value of 3 make it accessible in the mid-game, providing a reliable way to stabilize against creatures that have already committed to combat. The card's design and mechanics reflect the classic structure of Magic: The Gathering, where timing and resource management are critical to victory. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards often seek out cards from the Masters Edition III series for their historical significance and gameplay utility. Eightfold Maze represents a fundamental piece of the game's early mechanics, appealing to those who appreciate the simplicity and effectiveness of classic removal spells. Whether you are building a competitive deck or adding to your personal collection, this card remains a relevant and versatile option for white mages.
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Eightfold Maze
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Shang Huitong
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English
{2}{W}
Instant
W
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Cast this spell only during the declare attackers step and only if you've been attacked this step. Destroy target attacking creature.
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Eightfold Maze has a mana cost of {2}{W} and a mana value of 3. This makes it a moderately expensive spell that requires both generic mana and white mana to cast.
This instant card can only be cast during the declare attackers step and only if you have been attacked during that specific step. This timing restriction makes it a reactive tool for defending against creatures.
Eightfold Maze destroys a target attacking creature. It is a single-target removal spell that is particularly useful for neutralizing threats that have already declared their intent to attack.
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