This 1996 Magic: The Gathering Mirage expansion card, Mind Bend (#77), is an Uncommon instant that allows players to alter permanent text. A key piece for TCG collectors completing the Mirage set.
Mind Bend
1996 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirage
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Mind Bend stands as a foundational control card from the 1996 Magic: The Gathering Mirage expansion, bearing catalog number 77. As an Uncommon instant card with a single blue mana cost, it offers strategic flexibility by allowing the caster to replace color words or basic land types on target permanents. This effect persists indefinitely, making it a versatile tool in competitive and casual play alike. The card was illustrated by Mike Dringenberg, whose work defined the visual style of the Mirage block. Collectors often seek this print to complete their Mirage checklist, appreciating its role in the early history of the trading card game. Its enduring relevance in legacy formats underscores its value to enthusiasts studying the evolution of MTG mechanics. Whether building a vintage collection or tracking card history, Mind Bend remains a significant entry in the Mirage set.
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Mind Bend
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Mike Dringenberg
Card Stock
English
{U}
Instant
U
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Change the text of target permanent by replacing all instances of one color word with another or one basic land type with another. (For example, you may change "nonblack creature" to "nongreen creature" or "forestwalk" to "islandwalk." This effect lasts indefinitely.)