What is the mana cost of Taunting Challenge?

The mana cost for Taunting Challenge is one green mana and two generic mana, totaling a mana value of three. This makes it an affordable spell to cast in the early to mid-game stages.

What does Taunting Challenge do in gameplay?

This sorcery forces all creatures that are able to block a target creature to block it during the current turn. This effect can be used strategically to protect your own creatures or to force unfavorable blocks for your opponent.

Who is the artist for this card?

The artwork for Taunting Challenge was created by Gao Yan. His style contributes to the thematic elements of the Portal Three Kingdoms set, which draws inspiration from classic Chinese literature and history.

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About This Card

Taunting Challenge is card number 152 from the 1999 Portal Three Kingdoms expansion, featuring a rare sorcery that alters combat rules.

Taunting Challenge

1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Portal Three Kingdoms

1999 Magic: The Gathering Portal Three Kingdoms

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $50.59

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $50.59, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 11, 2026 Guide Estimate: $50.59. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $50.59 to $50.59 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 20, 2026 and Oct 11, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 11, 2026

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Estimate: $50.59, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 11, 2026
Guide Estimate: $50.59. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $50.59 to $50.59 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 20, 2026 and Oct 11, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 11, 2026

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Description

Released in 1999 as part of the Portal Three Kingdoms expansion, card number 152 Taunting Challenge stands out as a distinct entry in Magic: The Gathering's history. The card functions as a sorcery with a mana cost of one green and two generic mana, allowing players to manipulate the battlefield by forcing all creatures capable of blocking a target creature to do so during the current turn. This effect can be particularly disruptive in combat, turning the tide of battle by restricting an opponent's defensive options. The artwork by Gao Yan complements the theme of ancient Chinese history and strategy that defines the Portal Three Kingdoms era. For collectors, owning this rare card offers a tangible piece of Magic's accessible history, appealing to those who appreciate the game's roots and design shifts during the late 1990s. Completing a set of Portal Three Kingdoms requires tracking down this card, adding to its value among enthusiasts of the format. Whether you are a seasoned player looking to understand the mechanics of older sets or a collector focusing on the Portal series, this card represents a unique intersection of strategy and history in the TCG landscape.

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