The 2021 Modern Horizons 2 release featuring Inevitable Betrayal, a rare blue sorcery card with unique Suspend mechanics designed by Franz Vohwinkel.
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Modern Horizons 2
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Inevitable Betrayal is a distinguished card from the 2021 Modern Horizons 2 expansion, part of the enduring Magic: The Gathering trading card game. As card number 47 in the set, this rare blue sorcery offers a distinct gameplay experience through its Suspend mechanic. Rather than casting the spell directly from hand, players can pay {1}{U}{U} to exile it with three time counters. At the start of each upkeep, a counter is removed, allowing the card to be cast without its mana cost once the final counter is gone. The card’s powerful effect allows the controller to search an opponent's library for a creature card and put it onto the battlefield under their control, before shuffling the library. This strategic depth makes it a notable inclusion for collectors who appreciate complex spell interactions and unique design elements within the Modern Horizons 2 framework. The artwork by Franz Vohwinkel complements the card's mysterious and manipulative nature, adding to its visual appeal for enthusiasts of the format. Collectors often seek out cards from Modern Horizons 2 for their innovative mechanics and high-quality production values. Inevitable Betrayal stands out due to its clever use of the Suspend ability, which transforms a potentially risky spell into a delayed but cost-free threat. Whether you are building a library focused on library manipulation or simply admire the art and design of the MH2 era, this card represents a significant piece of the set's identity. It serves as a great addition to any collection of rare spells that define the strategic diversity of Magic: The Gathering.
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Inevitable Betrayal
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Franz Vohwinkel
Card Stock
English
Sorcery
U
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Suspend 3—{1}{U}{U} (Rather than cast this card from your hand, pay {1}{U}{U} and exile it with three time counters on it. At the beginning of your upkeep, remove a time counter. When the last is removed, you may cast it without paying its mana cost.) Search target opponent's library for a creature card and put that card onto the battlefield under your control. Then that player shuffles.
FAQ
Suspend allows you to exile the card from your hand by paying {1}{U}{U} and placing three time counters on it. At the beginning of your upkeep, you remove a counter, and when the last is removed, you may cast the card without paying its mana cost.
The artwork for Inevitable Betrayal was created by Franz Vohwinkel, whose style contributes to the visual identity of the Modern Horizons 2 set.
Yes, Inevitable Betrayal is printed as a rare card within the Modern Horizons 2 set, identified by its card number 47 and rarity designation.
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