No Mercy

No Mercy was originally printed in the 1998 Urza's Legacy set, but this specific iteration hails from the Amonkhet Invocations, a special subset of Masterpieces released in 2017. These cards were designed to be highly sought-after, premium chase cards inserted into booster packs to celebrate the flavor and aesthetic of the plane of Amonkhet. The Invocations are known for their distinct, frame-heavy design that incorporates Egyptian-inspired hieroglyphics and ornate borders, reflecting the set’s thematic focus on the trials of the gods.

Artist Jonas De Ro provided the illustration for this version, emphasizing the ominous, oppressive nature of the enchantment through dark, ethereal imagery that aligns with the card's function of punishing creatures that deal combat damage. Upon their release, the Invocations were met with a polarized reception; while the artistic direction and card selection were praised for their thematic depth, the unique, stylized font used in the frame design proved controversial among players due to its perceived lack of legibility compared to traditional Magic: The Gathering cards.