# 2019 Magic: The Gathering Mystery Booster Playtest Cards 2019 #42

> The 2019 Magic: The Gathering Mystery Booster Playtest Cards release featuring the Frogkin Kidnapper creature card.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2019
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Mystery Booster Playtest Cards 2019
- **Card number**: #42
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Frogkin Kidnapper is a distinct entry in the 2019 Magic: The Gathering Mystery Booster Playtest Cards series, identified by set code CMB1 and card number 42. As a Creature — Frog Rogue, this card brings a unique thematic element to the game's diverse roster of characters. The card features a mana cost of {1}{B} and possesses a power and toughness of 2/1, making it a manageable addition to various deck strategies. The card's gameplay effect allows a target opponent to reveal their hand, after which the controller chooses a nonland card to ransom. This mechanic adds strategic depth, forcing opponents to manage their resources carefully while offering potential long-term value through the ransom clause. Mark Heggen provided the artwork for this print, contributing to the visual identity of the Mystery Booster Playtest Cards. For collectors, this product represents a piece of Magic: The Gathering history from a pivotal experimental set. The Mystery Booster Playtest Cards were designed to test new mechanics and card designs before they might appear in standard releases. Owning this card allows enthusiasts to engage with the creative evolution of the game.

## FAQ

### What is the gameplay effect of Frogkin Kidnapper?

When Frogkin Kidnapper enters the battlefield, a target opponent reveals their hand. You then choose a nonland card from it to ransom, exiling it so its owner may pay {3} to return it to their hand.

### Who illustrated Frogkin Kidnapper?

The artwork for this card was created by Mark Heggen.

### What set is Frogkin Kidnapper from?

Frogkin Kidnapper is part of the Mystery Booster Playtest Cards 2019, which is cataloged under set code CMB1.

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