Deception, card number 73 from Magic: The Gathering's Portal Three Kingdoms set, a strategic Black sorcery from 1999.
Deception
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Portal Three Kingdoms
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Deception is card number 73 in the Portal Three Kingdoms expansion, released by Wizards of the Coast in 1999. As a Black sorcery, it offers players a tactical advantage by forcing a target opponent to discard two cards from their hand. This card is part of a unique set that reimagines classic Magic mechanics through the lens of the Chinese historical novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms. The flavor text highlights a pivotal moment involving Cao Cao and Zhou Yu, adding narrative depth to the gameplay. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Portal Three Kingdoms base sets or to appreciate its distinct thematic design. Whether you are building a casual deck or curating a historical collection, this card represents a key piece of the set's strategic landscape. Its straightforward effect makes it a recognizable and accessible target for builders.
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Deception
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Wang Feng
Card Stock
English
{2}{B}
Sorcery
B
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Target opponent discards two cards.
Believing they wrote the forged letter that had been stolen from Zhou Yu, Cao Cao rashly executed his two best admirals for treason.