The Midnight Clock is a strategic artifact from the 2019 Throne of Eldraine expansion, offering unique hour counter mechanics for Magic: The Gathering players and collectors.
Midnight Clock
2019 • Magic: The Gathering • Throne of Eldraine
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Released in 2019 as part of the Throne of Eldraine expansion, the Midnight Clock is a distinct artifact card identified by number 54. Designed by Alexander Forssberg, this blue mana-producing card introduces a progressive mechanic centered around hour counters, appealing to players who enjoy incremental strategy and resource management. As a Rare card, it holds a specific place within the ELD set code structure, offering a unique gameplay experience that diverges from standard instant or sorcery spells. The Midnight Clock allows players to generate blue mana by tapping it, while also accumulating hour counters through its activated and triggered abilities. When the twelfth counter is placed, the card provides a significant board reset by shuffling the hand and graveyard into the library and drawing seven new cards before exiling itself. This dynamic effect makes it a valuable inclusion for Magic: The Gathering trading card game enthusiasts looking to diversify their collections with interactive artifacts. Collectors often seek out cards like the Midnight Clock for their thematic depth and mechanical uniqueness within the broader Magic universe. Whether you are building a thematic collection or seeking specific cards for your deck, understanding the role and design of each card enhances the collecting experience. The Midnight Clock remains a notable example of creative card design from the Throne of Eldraine era.
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Midnight Clock
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Alexander Forssberg
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}
Artifact
U
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{T}: Add {U}. {2}{U}: Put an hour counter on this artifact. At the beginning of each upkeep, put an hour counter on this artifact. When the twelfth hour counter is put on this artifact, shuffle your hand and graveyard into your library, then draw seven cards. Exile this artifact.
