Mark of Mutiny

Mark of Mutiny was released in July 2012 as part of the Magic 2013 core set. In the context of Magic: The Gathering, this card functions as a sorcery that briefly grants a player control of an opponent's creature while providing it with a temporary power boost. It belongs to a long lineage of red-aligned 'threaten' effects, a design philosophy centered on chaotic, short-term tactical advantages that force players to use an opponent's resources against them.

The card was illustrated by the artist Chase Stone, who brought the high-fantasy aesthetic of the core set to life with a dramatic depiction of a figure seizing control of a beast. The design was received by the player base as a versatile tool for limited formats and aggressive red decks, valued for its ability to clear a path for an attack while simultaneously removing an opponent’s blocker. It remains a recognizable example of the mechanical identity defined by the set’s design team.