Oppressive Will
Saviors of Kamigawa 50 • common
- Set
- Saviors of Kamigawa
- Collector number
- 50
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana blue mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Pat Lee
- Market price
- $0.18
What it does
Counter target spell unless its controller pays 1 generic mana for each card in your hand.
When Minamo was abandoned, its younger students found themselves thrust into a war beyond their skill with talents beyond their control.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Oppressive Will was released in 2005 as part of the Saviors of Kamigawa expansion for Magic: The Gathering. The set focused on the 'hand size matters' mechanic, reflecting the Japanese-inspired lore of the Kamigawa plane where spiritual strength and wisdom were often tied to one's mental capacity. The card was designed as a blue enchantment intended to disrupt an opponent's strategy by taxing their ability to cast spells based on the number of cards in their hand, forcing players to carefully balance their resources.
The artwork was created by Christopher Rush, one of the most iconic illustrators from the early years of the game. His illustration captures the oppressive, ethereal nature of the card's effect, utilizing the distinct, moody aesthetic that defined the Kamigawa block. While the card is generally considered a niche utility piece rather than a competitive staple, it remains a recognized example of the complex, flavor-driven design philosophy that Wizards of the Coast employed during this era.
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