The Root Cage enchantment from Magic: The Gathering's 2000 Prophecy expansion. Card #122, illustrated by Glen Angus, offers unique gameplay mechanics for collectors and players.
Root Cage
2000 • Magic: The Gathering • Prophecy
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The Root Cage card, numbered 122 in the Prophecy expansion, stands as a distinct entry in Magic: The Gathering's early 2000s history. This enchantment card features a mana cost of one green mana and is designed to interact with the creature types present in the set's ecosystem. For collectors, Root Cage represents a tangible piece of gaming history. The card was illustrated by Glen Angus, whose artwork contributes to the visual identity of the Prophecy series. As an uncommon rarity within the set, it remains a sought-after component for those building complete sets or exploring the game's evolving design philosophy. The card's rules text dictates that mercenaries do not untap during their controller's untap steps, a mechanic that defined certain strategies during that era. Whether you are looking to complete a Prophecy collection or add a strategic piece to your vintage inventory, Root Cage offers both historical significance and gameplay utility. Its status as a core part of the Prophecy release makes it a valuable addition for any serious Magic: The Gathering collector.
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Root Cage
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Glen Angus
Card Stock
English
{1}{G}
Enchantment
G
Card Text
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Mercenaries don't untap during their controllers' untap steps.
The Vintara Forest welcomes its enemies with a crushing embrace.
