# 2017 Magic: The Gathering Unstable #52

> The 2017 Magic: The Gathering Unstable set with this foil Capital Offense card, featuring unique mechanics and a distinct black mana identity.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2017
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Unstable
- **Card number**: #52
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

As card number 52 in the set, this Instant card offers players a strategic tool that relies on the physical text of the card itself rather than standard keywords. The card’s ability targets a creature, reducing its power and toughness based on the number of capital letters found in its rules text, creating a dynamic interaction that rewards careful reading and deck construction.

For collectors, the foil finish adds significant visual appeal, making the black mana cost and the card’s name pop against the dark border typical of the set. Designed by artist Matt Dixon, Capital Offense is part of the growing interest in Un-sets, which are known for their humorous and unconventional rules. Whether you are looking to complete your Unstable collection or add a unique piece to your Magic: The Gathering trading card game library, this card represents a fun and strategic addition to any deck. The interplay between the card's mechanics and its foil treatment makes it a memorable item for enthusiasts of the format.

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