The 2010 Magic: The Gathering Rise of the Eldrazi foil card, Traitorous Instinct. This #168 uncommon sorcery delivers powerful temporary creature control.
Traitorous Instinct
2010 • Magic: The Gathering • Rise of the Eldrazi
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Description
Traitorous Instinct, card number 168 from the 2010 Rise of the Eldrazi expansion, stands as a definitive sorcery for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Designed with a distinctive foil finish, this uncommon card captures the intense, chaotic energy of the Eldrazi invasion era. The artwork by Scott Chou, though not described here, complements the card’s aggressive thematic presence within the set. As a red sorcery with a mana value of four, this card provides a tactical advantage by allowing the player to seize control of an opponent’s creature. By paying {3}{R}, the caster gains control of the target until the end of the turn, untaps it, and grants it +2/+0 power along with haste. This immediate impact makes it a valuable tool for disrupting enemy strategies or executing surprise attacks. The flavor text accompanying the card hints at the horror of a creature turning against its kind, adding narrative depth to its mechanical utility. Its foil treatment enhances its visual appeal, making it a sought-after addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a set of rare cards, this release offers both functional value and collectible merit. The card’s straightforward yet impactful effect ensures its relevance in various gameplay scenarios, appealing to those who enjoy direct interaction and control-based strategies. For fans of the Eldrazi storyline, this card represents a moment of betrayal and chaos, resonating with the broader narrative of the expansion.
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Traitorous Instinct
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Scott Chou
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{R}
Sorcery
R
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Gain control of target creature until end of turn. Untap that creature. Until end of turn, it gets +2/+0 and gains haste.
The horror lurched about like a puppet from a madman's nightmare, squeezing the life from its own kind.






