Soul Ransom

Description

Soul Ransom is an Uncommon Enchantment — Aura card identified by number 186 in the 2017 Modern Masters 2017 set. Illustrated by Steve Argyle, this card carries a mana value of 4 and requires {2}{U}{B} to cast. As a black and blue enchantment, it enters the battlefield attached to a creature, but its most defining feature is the control shift it imposes. Upon enchanting a creature, the controller of Soul Ransom gains full command over that creature, overriding the original owner's control. The card includes a unique activated ability that allows the Aura's controller to discard two cards to sacrifice Soul Ransom and draw two cards. Crucially, this ability can only be activated by the player controlling the Aura, meaning opponents cannot exploit this effect even if they somehow gain control of the enchanted creature. This design creates a high-risk, high-reward dynamic where the player must manage their hand size to trigger the draw spell effect while maintaining board presence. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often add this piece to their collections due to its clever mechanical design. The card’s ability to flip standard rules of engagement makes it a memorable inclusion in the Modern Masters 2017 release. Its status as an Uncommon rarity card ensures it remains accessible for builders looking to complete the set or explore its unique gameplay interactions. The card's identity is firmly rooted in the MM3 set code, making it a distinct part of the 2017 reprint era for enthusiasts tracking specific expansions.