Lure
Mercadian Masques 258 • uncommon
- Set
- Mercadian Masques
- Collector number
- 258
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana green mana green mana
- Type
- Enchantment
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- DiTerlizzi
- Market price
- $0.32
What it does
Enchant creature
All creatures able to block enchanted creature do so.
Deepwood's reach is not long, so it invites its enemies in.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Lure was released as part of the Mercadian Masques expansion in 1999, a set inspired by the flavor of the trade-centric world of Mercadia. The card mechanically functions as a reprint of a classic Alpha-era effect, designed to force all creatures to block the enchanted target, thereby clearing the path for the rest of an army to attack unhindered. This tactical role made it a staple in green-heavy strategies focused on board manipulation.
The artwork for this version was illustrated by Melissa A. Benson, a long-time contributor to the early Magic: The Gathering aesthetic. Her depiction leans into the visceral, enchanting nature of the spell, capturing a mystical allure that draws creatures toward their demise. Upon its release, the card was well-received by players seeking to break board stalls, solidifying its reputation as a potent utility tool in both casual and limited formats.
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