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The 2009 Magic: The Gathering Planechase expansion introduced Prison Term, a versatile white Enchantment-Aura designed for creature control.

Prison Term

2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Planechase

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Product Overview

Description

Released in 2009 as part of the innovative Planechase set, Prison Term is a distinctive Uncommon card for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Identified as card number 6 in the HOP expansion, this white Enchantment-Aura offers a unique strategic layer for players navigating the plane-hopping format. The card allows you to enchant a creature, imposing strict restrictions that prevent it from attacking or blocking while also silencing its activated abilities. This dual effect makes it a formidable tool for neutralizing threats on the battlefield. What sets Prison Term apart is its reactive attachment mechanic. Whenever a creature controlled by an opponent enters the battlefield, you have the option to attach this Aura to that new threat. This flexibility allows for timely intervention, enabling players to lock down key enemy units as they appear. The design encourages strategic timing, rewarding those who can anticipate opponent moves and disrupt their plans effectively. The card’s mana cost of {1}{W}{W} and mana value of 3 provide a balanced investment for its powerful control effects. As a single-color white card, it integrates seamlessly into decks focused on order and restriction. The artwork by Zoltan Boros & Gabor Szikszai complements the card’s theme, though the strategic depth lies in its rules text. Collectors of the Planechase set often seek out Prison Term for its unique interaction with the game’s evolving mechanics. Whether you are building a competitive deck or expanding your collection, this card represents a solid addition to any Magic: The Gathering enthusiast’s library. Its enduring presence in the 2009 Planechase set highlights its lasting appeal among fans of the trading card game.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2009

Series

Planechase

Card Number

#6

Featured Subject

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Featured

Prison Term

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Uncommon

Artist

Zoltan Boros & Gabor Szikszai

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{W}{W}

Type

Enchantment — Aura

Color

W

Card Text

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Enchant creature Enchanted creature can't attack or block, and its activated abilities can't be activated. Whenever a creature an opponent controls enters, you may attach this Aura to that creature.

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What is the mana cost of Prison Term?

Prison Term has a mana cost of {1}{W}{W} and a mana value of 3. It is a white Enchantment-Aura that requires three total mana to cast.

How does the attachment mechanic work on Prison Term?

Whenever a creature controlled by an opponent enters the battlefield, you may attach Prison Term to that creature. This allows for reactive control as threats appear.

What abilities does Prison Term restrict?

The enchanted creature cannot attack or block, and its activated abilities cannot be activated. This provides both offensive and defensive restriction.

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