Bloodstained Mire

Bloodstained Mire was originally released as a rare land in the 2002 expansion set Onslaught. As part of a cycle of fetch lands that allow players to search their library for specific basic land types, it became a cornerstone of competitive Magic: The Gathering strategy by providing essential color fixing and deck thinning capabilities. The version from the 2003 World Championship Decks was printed as a non-tournament legal replica of the card used in the winning decks of that year's world event, specifically modeled after the decks played by professionals like Daniel Zink.

The art for Bloodstained Mire was created by Rob Alexander, a prolific illustrator known for his expansive, atmospheric landscapes throughout the game's history. His design for the mire captures a desolate, swampy aesthetic that reflects the card's function as a grim portal to mana sources. In the context of the 2003 World Championship Decks, these cards feature gold-bordered backs and facsimile signatures, serving as a commemorative release for fans to experience the exact deck compositions that defined the top tier of competitive play during that period.