The 2003 Magic: The Gathering Mirrodin foil enchantment Confusion in the Ranks (Card #87). A complex board control tool for collectors and players.
Confusion in the Ranks
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirrodin
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Description
Released in 2003 as part of the Mirrodin set, Confusion in the Ranks is a Rare enchantment that challenges opponents with intricate board interaction. As card number 87 in the Mirrodin expansion, this foil variant offers a striking visual finish that appeals to collectors seeking aesthetic distinction alongside gameplay utility. The card is designed to disrupt permanent-based strategies by leveraging the interconnected nature of artifacts and enchantments on the battlefield. The mechanics of Confusion in the Ranks create dynamic shifts in control during matches. When an artifact, creature, or enchantment enters the battlefield, its controller selects a target permanent controlled by another player that shares a card type. The effect then exchanges control of these permanents, allowing for sudden tactical reversals. This interaction makes it a compelling choice for players who enjoy manipulating the board state and forcing opponents to reconsider their permanent placements. For collectors, the Mirrodin set represents a pivotal era in Magic: The Gathering history, introducing a world entirely constructed from metal and machinery. The foil treatment of this card enhances its desirability, offering a shimmering alternative to the standard nonfoil print. Enthusiasts often seek this card number to complete their Mirrodin collections, valuing both its historical context within the block and its unique foil finish. The card’s design and functionality reflect the intricate, mechanical theme of the Mirrodin environment, providing a tangible link to that specific chapter of the game’s lore. Whether you are building a thematic collection of Mirrodin cards or looking for a powerful enchantment to add to your deck, this foil edition stands out. It serves as a reminder of the complex interactions possible in the game, where control over permanents can turn the tide of a match. The combination of its rare status, the distinctive Mirrodin setting, and the foil finish makes it a notable addition to any serious collection of Magic: The Gathering cards.
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Confusion in the Ranks
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Ron Spencer
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{R}{R}
Enchantment
R
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Whenever an artifact, creature, or enchantment enters, its controller chooses target permanent another player controls that shares a card type with it. Exchange control of those permanents.






