The etched mythic rare Mind's Desire card from Magic: The Gathering's Strixhaven Mystical Archive set. This powerful sorcery allows players to cast an exiled card for free, amplified by the storm mechanic.
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Strixhaven Mystical Archive
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The 2021 Strixhaven Mystical Archive release offers collectors a premium look at one of Magic: The Gathering's most iconic spells. Mind's Desire, designated as card number 17, is presented as an etched mythic rare, providing a distinct tactile experience that distinguishes it from standard print runs. This treatment highlights the card's significance within the Strixhaven school-themed expansion, appealing to enthusiasts who value the physical quality of their collection alongside its gameplay utility. As a powerful blue sorcery with a mana value of six, Mind's Desire has long been a staple in competitive formats. The card instructs players to shuffle their library, exile the top card, and then play that card without paying its mana cost until the end of the turn. This effect is further amplified by the storm mechanic, which creates copies of the spell for each other spell cast earlier in the turn. This interaction makes it a dynamic tool for combo strategies, allowing for explosive board states when played in the right context. For collectors, the etched finish adds a layer of prestige to this key piece from the Mystical Archive subset. Owning this version allows fans to display a high-quality representation of a beloved spell. Whether you are building a focused collection of mythic rares or seeking to complete the Strixhaven series, this etched edition stands out for its craftsmanship and historical importance in the game's lore.
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Mind's Desire
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Minttu Hynninen
Card Stock
English
Etched
{4}{U}{U}
Sorcery
U
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Shuffle your library. Then exile the top card of your library. Until end of turn, you may play that card without paying its mana cost. Storm (When you cast this spell, copy it for each spell cast before it this turn.)
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Yes, the etched mythic rare is a special treatment print within the Strixhaven Mystical Archive set, making it less common than the standard foil or nonfoil versions. Collectors often seek these out for their unique texture and visual appeal.
The Storm mechanic copies the spell for each other spell that was cast before it during the same turn. This means if you cast several spells before Mind's Desire, you will get multiple copies, potentially allowing you to play several cards for free.
The artwork for Mind's Desire in the Strixhaven Mystical Archive was created by Minttu Hynninen. Her style is known for capturing the dynamic and magical elements of the game's universe.
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