The Wheel of Torture (card #138) is a Rare artifact from Magic: The Gathering's 1999 Urza's Legacy expansion, known for its potent hand-disruption effect.
Wheel of Torture
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Legacy
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The Wheel of Torture, designated as card number 138, is a key artifact from the 1999 Urza's Legacy expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Designed by Henry Van Der Linde, this Rare card functions as a powerful board-control tool within the game's mechanics. As an artifact with a mana cost of three, it imposes a significant strategic burden on opponents by dealing damage during their upkeep phase based on the size of their hand. Collectors often seek out this card from Urza's Legacy to complete their sets or to explore the intricate design history of Magic's early years. The card's unique ability to scale its impact relative to an opponent's resources makes it a memorable piece of the game's mechanical evolution. For enthusiasts of the Urza's block era, owning this artifact provides a tangible connection to a pivotal time in trading card game development., we understand that building a comprehensive collection requires access to diverse and hard-to-find items. Whether you are a long-time veteran of the game or a new collector diving into the lore and mechanics of 1990s expansions, this artifact represents a significant chapter in Magic's history. The product identity remains consistent across all listings, ensuring that every copy honors the original design and rules text established by the Urza's Legacy set. By focusing on the core attributes of the card—its set, rarity, and mechanical function—we provide a reliable resource for those dedicated to preserving the legacy of these iconic collectibles.
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Wheel of Torture
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Magic: The Gathering
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Henry Van Der Linde
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English
{3}
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At the beginning of each opponent's upkeep, this artifact deals X damage to that player, where X is 3 minus the number of cards in their hand.
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