The foil version of Compulsion from the 2002 Magic: The Gathering Torment set, featuring its distinctive blue mana cost and enchantment mechanics.
Compulsion
2002 • Magic: The Gathering • Torment
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Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out specific cards that defined the game's strategic evolution during the early 2000s. The Compulsion foil card, numbered 34 in the 2002 Torment set, represents a pivotal moment in blue mana usage. Designed by Christopher Moeller, this uncommon enchantment introduced a flexible mechanic that allowed players to exchange card disadvantage for immediate advantage. Its mana cost of {1}{U} made it accessible yet impactful, offering two distinct methods to draw cards: discarding a card or sacrificing the enchantment itself. For enthusiasts of the Torment expansion, this card remains a staple for understanding the set's focus on resource management and control strategies. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a desirable addition to any collection focused on blue-centric decks or complete set builders. Whether you are restoring a set or hunting for specific enchantment pieces, this release continues to hold interest among dedicated players and historians of the game.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Compulsion
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Christopher Moeller
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{U}
Enchantment
U
Card Text
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{1}{U}, Discard a card: Draw a card. {1}{U}, Sacrifice this enchantment: Draw a card.
