The strategic impact of Territorial Dispute from the 1999 Mercadian Masques expansion. This rare enchantment challenges land play, making it a key card for collectors of Magic: The Gathering.
Territorial Dispute
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Mercadian Masques
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Territorial Dispute is a significant piece of Magic: The Gathering history, originating from the Mercadian Masques set released in 1999. As card number 217, this rare enchantment holds a distinct place in the game's legacy, particularly for players who appreciate complex strategic interactions. The card requires a mana cost of {4}{R}{R}, reflecting its powerful impact on the battlefield. Its primary effect disrupts opponents by preventing them from playing lands, while simultaneously challenging the controller to maintain it by sacrificing either the enchantment or a land during upkeep. Collectors of trading card games often seek out cards from the Mercadian Masques expansion due to their unique art style and intricate gameplay mechanics. Territorial Dispute stands out for its high mana value of 6 and its ability to shift the tempo of a game. Created by artist Mike Ploog, the card is part of the MMQ set code, which is highly regarded among vintage Magic enthusiasts. The flavor text hints at the political tensions within the Mercadian setting, adding narrative depth to the mechanical function., we understand the importance of preserving the integrity of these collectible items. Whether you are building a vintage collection or looking for specific strategic cards for your deck, this release offers both aesthetic and functional value. The card's design and rules text remain relevant to discussions about Magic: The Gathering's evolution during the late 1990s. For serious collectors, owning a copy of Territorial Dispute is a nod to the era when complex land denial strategies were at the forefront of competitive play. This product represents a tangible piece of gaming history that continues to be valued for its design and historical context within the broader Magic: The Gathering ecosystem.
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Territorial Dispute
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Mike Ploog
Card Stock
English
{4}{R}{R}
Enchantment
R
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At the beginning of your upkeep, sacrifice this enchantment unless you sacrifice a land. Players can't play lands.
Bit by bit, Mercadia City had forced the Cho-Arrim from their ancestral lands. They would be pushed no further.






