The 2003 Mirrodin foil Jinxed Choker (#189) is a rare artifact card featuring complex counter-based gameplay designed by Mike Dringenberg.
Jinxed Choker
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirrodin
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Description
Designed by artist Mike Dringenberg, this artifact card features a mana cost of three and a mana value of three, making it a mid-game threat that demands careful management. The card’s text box outlines a tense interaction: at the beginning of your end step, a target opponent gains control of this artifact and places a charge counter on it. Subsequently, at the beginning of your upkeep, the artifact deals damage to you equal to the number of charge counters on it. You can spend three mana to put a charge counter on it or remove one, adding a layer of resource management to the card’s volatile nature. The foil treatment of Jinxed Choker enhances its visual appeal, with the shimmering finish highlighting the card's intricate design. As a rare card, it stands out in the set, offering both gameplay utility and collectible value. Enthusiasts of artifact strategies appreciate its ability to disrupt opponents while creating potential damage sources. Whether you are building a deck around artifact synergy or adding to a vintage collection, the Mirrodin Jinxed Choker represents a distinct piece of Magic history. Its complex rules text encourages deep strategic play, making it a favorite among players who enjoy high-interaction games.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Jinxed Choker
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Mike Dringenberg
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}
Artifact
Card Text
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At the beginning of your end step, target opponent gains control of this artifact and puts a charge counter on it. At the beginning of your upkeep, this artifact deals damage to you equal to the number of charge counters on it. {3}: Put a charge counter on this artifact or remove one from it.






