The Deep Analysis card from Magic: The Gathering's 2002 Torment set, a versatile sorcery card featuring the Flashback mechanic for graveyard strategies.
Deep Analysis
2002 • Magic: The Gathering • Torment
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Deep Analysis is a sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering Torment set, released in 2002. As card number 36 in the set, it represents a staple resource acceleration tool for players utilizing Blue mana. The card allows the caster to target an opponent and force them to draw two cards, a strategic move that can clog an opponent's hand while simultaneously providing the caster with card advantage through the card's unique secondary ability. The card's enduring appeal lies in its Flashback mechanic, which allows the player to cast the spell from their graveyard by paying {1}{U} and sacrificing 3 life. This versatility makes Deep Analysis a valuable inclusion in control and tempo decks, where managing resources and maintaining hand size are critical. The ability to reuse the card's effect after it has been played adds a layer of strategic depth that collectors and players alike appreciate. Designed by Daren Bader, the card captures the essence of the Torment expansion's focus on life total manipulation and graveyard interactions. Its straightforward yet powerful effect has made it a favorite among Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts for years. Whether you are building a competitive deck or simply expanding your collection of classic cards, Deep Analysis offers a blend of utility and nostalgia.
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Deep Analysis
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Daren Bader
Card Stock
English
{3}{U}
Sorcery
U
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Target player draws two cards. Flashback—{1}{U}, Pay 3 life. (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its flashback cost. Then exile it.)
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