The Corrupt Official (Mercadian Masques #128) is a foil rare creature card from the 1999 Magic: The Gathering expansion, featuring a distinctive regeneration ability and a unique discard effect.
Corrupt Official
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Mercadian Masques
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Description
As card number 128 in the set, this foil rare creature showcases the intricate artwork by Greg and Tim Hildebrandt, capturing the dark fantasy aesthetic that defined the 1999 release. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek this card for its strategic utility, which allows the owner to regenerate the creature or force opponents to discard random cards when it becomes blocked. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a desirable addition to any serious collection of vintage TCG cards. Its five-mana cost and five power/toughness stats offer a substantial presence on the battlefield, appealing to investors and hobbyists who appreciate the mechanical depth of the Mercadian Masques set. Whether building a themed deck or completing a full set, the Corrupt Official remains a notable artifact of late-90s trading card game design.
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Card Details
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Corrupt Official
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Greg Hildebrandt & Tim Hildebrandt
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{B}
Creature — Human Minion
3 / 1
B
Card Text
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{2}{B}: Regenerate this creature. Whenever this creature becomes blocked, defending player discards a card at random.
His favor comes at a high price.