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The 2019 Signature Spellbook: Gideon release features Martyr's Bond, a six-mana white enchantment with a distinctive graveyard-triggered effect.

Martyr's Bond

2019 • Magic: The Gathering • Signature Spellbook: Gideon

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Product Overview

Description

Martyr's Bond is a standout enchantment from the 2019 Signature Spellbook: Gideon set, identified as card number 2 in the Signature Spellbook: Gideon product line. Designed for Magic: The Gathering players who appreciate strategic depth, this card represents a significant power level within the white mana color identity. With a mana cost of {4}{W}{W} and a mana value of 6, it requires substantial resources to cast, making it a pivotal late-game decision for any deck builder. The card’s mechanical identity centers on a persistent graveyard trigger. Whenever Martyr's Bond or another nonland permanent you control moves from the battlefield to a graveyard, each opponent must sacrifice a permanent of their choice that shares a card type with it. This effect allows the controller to leverage the loss of their own resources to disrupt opponents' board states, creating a dynamic interplay between resource management and board control. This design encourages players to think critically about the timing of their plays and the types of permanents they commit to the battlefield. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often seek out cards from the Signature Spellbook: Gideon series due to their unique presentation and focused thematic content. As a rare card, Martyr's Bond holds a distinct place in the collector's landscape, appealing to those who value both the strategic utility and the aesthetic appeal of the set. The card’s rules text offers a compelling narrative of sacrifice and consequence, resonating with fans of complex game mechanics. Whether for competitive play or collection purposes, this enchantment provides a unique experience that distinguishes it from other cards in the Magic: The Gathering universe. Its specific design and rules interaction make it a notable entry for enthusiasts looking to expand their understanding of the game's strategic possibilities.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2019

Series

Signature Spellbook: Gideon

Card Number

#2

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Seb McKinnon

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{4}{W}{W}

Type

Enchantment

Color

W

Card Text

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Whenever this enchantment or another nonland permanent you control is put into a graveyard from the battlefield, each opponent sacrifices a permanent of their choice that shares a card type with it.

"One life at a time. That is how the world will be saved."

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FAQ

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What is the mana cost of Martyr's Bond?

Martyr's Bond has a mana cost of {4}{W}{W}, resulting in a total mana value of 6. This requires four colorless mana and two white mana to cast.

How does Martyr's Bond's ability work?

The enchantment has a triggered ability that activates whenever it or another nonland permanent you control is put into a graveyard from the battlefield. When this happens, each opponent sacrifices a permanent of their choice that shares a card type with the permanent that died.

What set is Martyr's Bond from?

Martyr's Bond is card number 2 from the Signature Spellbook: Gideon set, released in 2019. It is part of the Signature Spellbook series for Magic: The Gathering.

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