The 1997 Magic: The Gathering Tempest expansion includes Booby Trap, a rare artifact card numbered 277. This card offers a unique strategic disruption mechanic for collectors and players.
Booby Trap
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Tempest
No Listings Available
No listings available right now.
Price History
$0.92
Description
Booby Trap is a notable card from the 1997 Magic: The Gathering Tempest set, carrying the set code TMP and numbered 277. Classified as a rare artifact, this card features a mana cost of six and is illustrated by Doug Chaffee. It belongs to the early era of the trading card game, representing the design philosophy and mechanical complexity of the mid-1990s. The card’s gameplay revolves around a powerful disruptive effect. As the artifact enters the battlefield, the controller chooses an opponent and a specific card name, excluding basic lands. The chosen player then reveals every card they draw. If any of those drawn cards match the selected name, Booby Trap is sacrificed. If the artifact is sacrificed in this manner, it deals 10 damage to the chosen player. This mechanic creates a high-stakes interaction that can dramatically shift the course of a game. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out cards from the Tempest set due to their historical significance and distinctive aesthetic. Booby Trap stands out among these artifacts for its clever design and potential impact in gameplay. Whether you are building a collection of rare artifacts or focusing on the Tempest expansion, this card offers a tangible connection to the game’s rich history. The combination of strategic depth and vintage appeal makes Booby Trap a compelling addition to any Magic: The Gathering library.
Have one of these to sell?
We'll pre-fill the product details from this catalog entry, so your listing lands on this exact page. Just add photos of your copy, pick its condition, and set your price.
Card Details
The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
Catalog Profile
The core identity of the card within the set.
Featured Subject
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Booby Trap
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Rare
Doug Chaffee
Card Stock
English
{6}
Artifact
Card Text
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
As this artifact enters, choose an opponent and a card name other than a basic land card name. The chosen player reveals each card they draw. When the chosen player draws a card with the chosen name, sacrifice this artifact. If you do, this artifact deals 10 damage to that player.
