Moonlight Bargain is a rare instant card from the 2005 Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion, featuring complex life payment mechanics and dark fantasy artistry.
Moonlight Bargain
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ravnica: City of Guilds
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Moonlight Bargain, numbered 95 in the 2005 Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion, stands as a distinctive piece of Magic: The Gathering history. Designed by artist Nick Percival, this rare instant card offers a strategic depth that appeals to veteran players and collectors alike. The card’s mechanics allow a player to examine the top five cards of their library, placing them into the graveyard or paying two life for each, before drawing the remainder. This unique interaction highlights the intricate design philosophy of the Ravnica block, where resource management and risk assessment are paramount. For collectors, Moonlight Bargain represents more than just gameplay utility; it is a tangible connection to one of Magic’s most beloved urban fantasy settings. The card’s black mana cost and graveyard-focused effect resonate with fans of the game’s darker aesthetic. Whether you are building a thematic deck or seeking to complete a set, this card holds significant appeal within the Magic: The Gathering community. As the Ravnica set continues to influence modern formats, Moonlight Bargain remains a sought-after item for those who appreciate the strategic and artistic nuances of the game.
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Moonlight Bargain
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Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Nick Percival
Card Stock
English
{3}{B}{B}
Instant
B
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Look at the top five cards of your library. For each card, put that card into your graveyard unless you pay 2 life. Then put the rest into your hand.
At every fifth full moon, the Moon Market convenes to peddle Ravnica's most forbidden wares.