Lure

Lure was originally released as a green-aligned sorcery in the Alpha and Beta sets of Magic: The Gathering in 1993, later appearing in the Unlimited Edition as a core mechanical staple. Designed by Richard Garfield, the card was intended to create high-tension board states by forcing all enemy creatures to block the affected unit, effectively clearing the path for other attackers. This strategy reflected the game's early focus on creature-based combat and the tactical depth of managing blockers.

The artwork for the Unlimited Edition features the distinct, whimsical style characteristic of early Magic: The Gathering, created by artist Anson Maddocks. His depiction of a creature being drawn into a trap perfectly captured the card's function, grounding its mechanical influence in the fantasy flavor of the period. The card remains a classic example of early game design, valued by players for its ability to fundamentally alter the flow of combat encounters.