Nemesis Trap
Commander 2011 91 • uncommon
- Set
- Commander 2011
- Collector number
- 91
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana black mana black mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- Ryan Pancoast
- Market price
- $0.16
What it does
If a white creature is attacking, you may pay black mana black mana rather than pay this spell's mana cost.
Exile target attacking creature. Create a token that's a copy of that creature. Exile it at the beginning of the next end step.
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
Nemesis Trap was released in 2011 as part of the inaugural Commander product line, a set of five preconstructed decks designed specifically for the popular multiplayer Magic: The Gathering format. The card functions as an instant with the 'trap' mechanic, which allows players to cast it for a significantly reduced cost if a specific condition is met—in this case, an opponent attacking with a creature. It was developed to provide defensive utility in the social, high-variance environment of Commander, where efficient responses to sudden aggressive plays are highly valued.
The artwork for the card was created by illustrator Ryan Pancoast, who captured the high-fantasy aesthetic characteristic of the period. Pancoast’s design reflects the trap's thematic intent, depicting an elaborate mechanical or magical snare poised to catch an unsuspecting attacker. Within the game's broader context, the card is recognized for its situational reliability, serving as a tactical tool that rewards players for maintaining board awareness during multiplayer matches.
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