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The Mindlock Orb is a rare artifact card from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 The List series, designed to restrict library searches.

Mindlock Orb

2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The List

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Product Overview

Description

The Mindlock Orb, designated as card number ALA-51 in the 2023 Magic: The Gathering The List series, stands as a distinct artifact within the trading card game's expansive history. Created by artist rk post, this card carries the rare rarity symbol and bears the set code PLST, marking its place in the rotating collection of promotional and supplemental releases that define the game's evolving landscape. Mechanically, the Mindlock Orb imposes a significant restriction on gameplay by preventing players from searching their libraries. This function makes it a unique tool for specific deck archetypes that rely on forcing opponents to draw blindly or disrupting strategies dependent on card advantage through search effects. For collectors, the card represents a piece of interactive history, offering a tangible connection to the strategic depth and complex rules interactions that Magic: The Gathering is known for. Collecting cards from The List series appeals to enthusiasts who value the ephemeral nature of these supplemental releases. Unlike standard expansion sets, The List cards often feature unique identifiers and limited availability, making each inclusion a notable addition to a focused collection. The Mindlock Orb’s specific role as a library-search banisher adds a layer of strategic intrigue, inviting collectors to appreciate both its gameplay utility and its place within the broader tapestry of artifact cards. Whether you are building a thematic collection of artifacts or seeking to complete your The List portfolio, this card offers a compelling focal point for discussion and display among peers. Its enduring presence in the game’s lore and mechanics ensures it remains a relevant and interesting piece for any serious TCG enthusiast.

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Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

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Year

2023

Series

The List

Card Number

#ALA-51

Featured Subject

The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.

Featured

Mindlock Orb

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.

Rarity

Rare

Artist

rk post

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{3}{U}

Type

Artifact

Color

U

Card Text

Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.

Players can't search libraries.

Rogue mechanists once rummaged through the wastes of the Tidehollow, constructing unauthorized golems to threaten the hegemony of the sphinxes. The orbs put a stop to that.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Mindlock Orb do in Magic: The Gathering?

The Mindlock Orb is an artifact that prevents players from searching their libraries. This effect disrupts strategies that rely on finding specific cards, making it a powerful control element in gameplay.

Is the Mindlock Orb from a standard Magic: The Gathering set?

No, the Mindlock Orb is part of The List, a supplemental series of Magic: The Gathering cards that are not part of the standard core or expansion sets. It was released in 2023.

What is the rarity of the ALA-51 card?

The ALA-51 card, Mindlock Orb, is classified as a rare card within the The List series. This rarity designation indicates its relative scarcity and value among collectors compared to common or uncommon cards.

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