Problematic Volcano is a rare World Enchantment from the 2021 Magic: The Gathering Mystery Booster Playtest Cards set, designed to test unique gameplay mechanics.
Problematic Volcano
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Mystery Booster Playtest Cards 2021
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Problematic Volcano, identified as Card #60 in the 2021 Mystery Booster Playtest Cards set, represents a fascinating experiment in Magic: The Gathering design. As a World Enchantment with a mana cost of {1}{R}{R}, this card introduces a complex board state that challenges players to manage creature positioning around a central hazard. The set, code CMB2, was created specifically to explore new rules and interactions before potential future releases, making each card a piece of design history. For collectors focusing on the Mystery Booster Playtest Cards, Problematic Volcano offers a glimpse into the iterative process behind Magic's mechanics. Illustrated by Gavin Verhey, the card serves as a tangible artifact of the game's evolution. The World Enchantment type line is distinct within the Red mana color identity, requiring strategic placement of creatures to the left or right of the volcano. This mechanic prevents cross-side blocking, adding a layer of tactical depth rarely seen in standard sets. Enthusiasts of Magic: The Gathering trading card game collectibles often seek these playtest cards to understand the breadth of WotC's creative development. Owning a piece of this 2021 release allows collectors to engage with the intellectual side of the hobby, appreciating the engineering behind the game's most innovative concepts.
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Problematic Volcano
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Gavin Verhey
Card Stock
English
{1}{R}{R}
World Enchantment
R
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When Problematic Volcano enters, it deals 4 damage to any target. Then, starting with you, each player assigns their creatures to the left or right of the volcano. Creatures enter to the left or right of the volcano. Creatures can't block creatures on the other side of the volcano.