The 2003 Mirrodin foil artifact card Thought Prison, a strategic uncommon from Magic: The Gathering designed by Glen Angus.
Thought Prison
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirrodin
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Thought Prison is a five-mana artifact card from the 2003 Mirrodin set in Magic: The Gathering, carrying the card number 261. Designed by artist Glen Angus, this uncommon foil version offers collectors a distinct finish that enhances the card's visual appeal while maintaining the classic black-bordered design language of the era. The card's mechanics provide a powerful disruption tool: upon entering the battlefield, players may exile a nonland card from an opponent's hand. Subsequently, any spell cast that shares a color or mana value with the exiled card deals two damage to its controller, creating a persistent threat that scales with the deck's composition. For Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts, this card represents a unique intersection of strategy and collectibility. Collectors often seek out foil versions of such cards to add variety to their portfolios, appreciating the subtle shimmer that distinguishes them from non-foil counterparts. Whether you are a seasoned player familiar with its tactical depth or a new collector drawn to its intricate rules text, this card serves as a tangible piece of TCG history. The combination of its disruptive gameplay and the premium foil treatment makes it a standout item for anyone interested in the 2003 Mirrodin release.
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Thought Prison
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Glen Angus
Card Stock
English
Foil
{5}
Artifact
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Imprint — When this artifact enters, you may have target player reveal their hand. If you do, choose a nonland card from it and exile that card. Whenever a player casts a spell that shares a color or mana value with the exiled card, this artifact deals 2 damage to that player.
