Deflection is a rare Instant card from the 1996 Pro Tour Collector Set, identified by card number ml81.
Deflection
1996 • Magic: The Gathering • Pro Tour Collector Set
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Released in 1996, Deflection is a rare Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering Pro Tour Collector Set, cataloged as card number ml81. Designed by Mike Raabe, this card allows players to redirect a targeted spell to a new target, making it a pivotal tool for strategic defense during the game's early competitive era. The Pro Tour Collector Set holds a unique place in TCG history, serving as an exclusive compilation for participants of the inaugural professional tournaments. The card's blue mana cost and four-mana value reflect the resource management challenges of the time. For those building a comprehensive collection of vintage Magic products, the Pro Tour Collector Set offers a tangible connection to the sport's origins. Understanding the mechanics of cards like Deflection provides insight into how the game's rules evolved. The Pro Tour Collector Set remains a cornerstone for historians of the trading card game, representing a specific moment when competitive play began to shape the format. Its legacy continues to influence how modern players view early interactive spells.
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Deflection
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Mike Raabe
Card Stock
English
{3}{U}
Instant
U
Card Text
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Change the target of target spell with a single target.
Up and down, over and through, back around— the joke's on you.