The Power Sink card from Magic: The Gathering's 1994 Revised Edition is a foundational blue Instant that offers strategic depth through its unique mana-costing mechanic.
Power Sink
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • Revised Edition
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Released in 1994, the Power Sink card from Magic: The Gathering's Revised Edition holds a distinct place in the history of the trading card game. As card number 74 in the 3ED set, this blue Instant was designed to provide players with a powerful tool for controlling the board state. Its unique mechanic allows the caster to counter a target spell by paying a variable amount of mana, creating a dynamic interaction that challenges opponents to manage their resources carefully. The card's ability to force the tapped owner to tap all lands with mana abilities and lose unspent mana makes it a staple in early blue control strategies. Collectors value this piece for its historical significance within the Revised Edition, a pivotal release that standardized card designs and accessibility. For enthusiasts building a collection of classic Magic cards, the Power Sink represents a key moment in the evolution of blue spells and strategic gameplay. Its enduring presence in the meta and its role in shaping early tournament play continue to make it a relevant subject for discussion among dedicated collectors and historians of the game.
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Power Sink
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Richard Thomas
Card Stock
English
{X}{U}
Instant
U
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Counter target spell unless its controller pays {X}. If that player doesn't, they tap all lands with mana abilities they control and lose all unspent mana.