The blue Common instant Whiplash Trap from Magic: The Gathering's 2009 Planechase expansion, featuring the innovative Trap mechanic and card number 16.
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Planechase
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Whiplash Trap is a distinct blue instant card from the 2009 Planechase expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Identified by the set code HOP and card number 16, this Common rarity card introduces players to the unique Trap mechanic, which alters casting costs based on specific battlefield events. With a mana value of 5 and a mana cost of {3}{U}{U}, the card offers a strategic alternative: if an opponent controls multiple creatures on the turn it is played, you may pay a single {U} to cast it instead. Once resolved, the spell returns two target creatures to their owners' hands, providing a powerful board control option. Designed by artists Zoltan Boros and Gabor Szikszai, Whiplash Trap represents a key component of the Planechase format's chaotic gameplay. As a blue card, it fits into decks focused on countering opponents' strategies and manipulating the battlefield state. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Planechase set or to appreciate its innovative design within the broader Magic: The Gathering universe. The card's ability to disrupt enemy plans at a reduced cost makes it a memorable piece for fans of the game's history and mechanics. Whether you are a seasoned collector of vintage expansions or new to the hobby, this card provides a tangible connection to the 2009 Planechase release. Its straightforward yet impactful effect continues to resonate with players who enjoy strategic depth and interactive gameplay. Explore the diverse selection of Magic: The Gathering products available to build a comprehensive library of your favorite cards.
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Whiplash Trap
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Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Zoltan Boros & Gabor Szikszai
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English
{3}{U}{U}
Instant — Trap
U
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If an opponent had two or more creatures enter the battlefield under their control this turn, you may pay {U} rather than pay this spell's mana cost. Return two target creatures to their owners' hands.
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The Trap mechanic allows a spell to be cast for a reduced mana cost if a specific condition is met, such as an opponent controlling multiple creatures. If the condition is not met, the standard mana cost applies. This mechanic adds a layer of strategic decision-making to the game.
Whiplash Trap was illustrated by Zoltan Boros and Gabor Szikszai. Their artwork is featured on the card as part of the 2009 Planechase set design.
Whiplash Trap is a Common rarity card in the Planechase expansion. It is identified by the set code HOP and card number 16 in the Magic: The Gathering catalog.
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