Mitotic Manipulation is a rare sorcery card from the 2011 Mirrodin Besieged expansion, designed to give players control over their library's top cards.
Mitotic Manipulation
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirrodin Besieged
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Mitotic Manipulation, card number 27 in the Mirrodin Besieged set, represents a strategic tool for players seeking to refine their opening hands. Released in 2011 as part of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this rare sorcery costs {1}{U}{U} and allows the caster to examine the top seven cards of their library. The player may then choose one card with the same name as a permanent already on the battlefield to put directly onto the battlefield, placing the remaining cards at the bottom in any order. This mechanic provides a unique form of board acceleration and card filtering that distinguishes it from standard draw spells. The flavor text, attributed to the character Venser, hints at the philosophical conflicts within the set's narrative, asking how one can improve nature if they cannot even comprehend it. This thematic depth adds to the collectibility of the card beyond its gameplay utility. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering, Mirrodin Besieged holds a significant place in the game's history, introducing new mechanics and storylines that defined that year's expansion cycle. Mitotic Manipulation serves as a key piece for those interested in the game's strategic depth and the specific design philosophy of the Mirrodin block. Whether used for casual play or collected for its artistic and narrative contributions, this card remains a notable entry in the Mirrodin Besieged collection. The card's ability to manipulate the library in such a specific way makes it a favorite among players who enjoy controlling the flow of the game. Its rarity as a rare card further enhances its appeal to those who appreciate the full spectrum of cards available in the set.
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Mitotic Manipulation
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Dan Murayama Scott
Card Stock
English
{1}{U}{U}
Sorcery
U
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Look at the top seven cards of your library. You may put one of those cards onto the battlefield if it has the same name as a permanent. Put the rest on the bottom of your library in any order.
"They can't even comprehend nature. How could they improve it?" —Venser






