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This 2021 Secret Lair Drop card features the versatile Instant Drown in the Loch, offering players strategic options for countering spells or destroying creatures based on graveyard size.

Drown in the Loch

2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Secret Lair Drop

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Product Overview

Description

Released in 2021 as part of the Secret Lair Drop series, Drown in the Loch (Card Number 270) is a unique addition to the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This Instant card, with a mana cost of {U}{B} and a mana value of 2, appeals to collectors who appreciate strategic depth and distinctive design elements within the SLD set code. The card's functionality allows players to choose one effect: countering a spell or destroying a creature, with the power of the effect scaling according to the number of cards in the controller's graveyard. This mechanic highlights the growing importance of graveyard interactions in the game's evolving meta. Collectors often seek out cards from the Secret Lair Drop series for their unique artwork and limited availability during their initial release windows. Drown in the Loch stands out due to its flexible design, which encourages creative deck building and strategic gameplay. Whether you are a seasoned Magic: The Gathering enthusiast or a new collector exploring the TCG landscape, this card offers a glimpse into the innovative spirit of the Secret Lair product line. The card is categorized as Rare, adding to its desirability among those who focus on rarity and set completion. As part of the Magic: The Gathering universe, it represents a moment in the game's history where flexible, dynamic gameplay options were prioritized. For investors and hobbyists alike, understanding the mechanics and context of cards like Drown in the Loch provides valuable insight into the broader collector market and the enduring appeal of strategic trading card games.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2021

Series

Secret Lair Drop

Card Number

#270

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Anato Finnstark

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{U}{B}

Type

Instant

Color

B, U

Card Text

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Choose one — • Counter target spell with mana value less than or equal to the number of cards in its controller's graveyard. • Destroy target creature with mana value less than or equal to the number of cards in its controller's graveyard.

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FAQ

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What is the mana cost of Drown in the Loch?

The mana cost for Drown in the Loch is {U}{B}, requiring one blue mana and one black mana to cast. It has a total mana value of 2.

How does Drown in the Loch work in gameplay?

As an Instant, Drown in the Loch allows you to choose one effect: counter a target spell or destroy a target creature. The maximum mana value of the target is equal to the number of cards in your graveyard.

What set is Drown in the Loch from?

This card is part of the Secret Lair Drop series, released in 2021. It carries the set code SLD and is card number 270 within that specific drop.

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