This Magic: The Gathering trading card features Force Spike, card number 76 from the 2001 Seventh Edition set, offering a fundamental blue instant for collectors and players.
Force Spike
2001 • Magic: The Gathering • Seventh Edition
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Force Spike stands as a foundational blue instant in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, originally released in 2001 as part of the Seventh Edition. As card number 76 in the set, this Common rarity card has served as a cornerstone of blue mana strategies for decades. Designed by artist Nelson DeCastro, the card presents a distinct visual identity that captures the essence of the Seventh Edition aesthetic. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Seventh Edition sets, appreciating its historical significance in the game's evolution. The card’s gameplay utility is straightforward yet powerful: it allows a player to counter an opponent’s spell by paying a single mana. This interaction defines much of the blue color pie’s defensive philosophy, making Force Spike a recognizable piece of Magic history. For investors and hobbyists alike, Seventh Edition remains a pivotal release due to its accessibility and comprehensive design. Finding high-quality copies of Force Spike is a common goal for those building complete collections of the 7ED set. The card’s enduring presence in the game speaks to its balanced design and thematic consistency within the Magic: The Gathering universe.
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Force Spike
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Nelson DeCastro
Card Stock
English
{U}
Instant
U
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Counter target spell unless its controller pays {1}.
"I don't *think* so."