Trap Essence
Khans of Tarkir Promos 209s • rare
- Set
- Khans of Tarkir Promos
- Collector number
- 209s
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- green mana blue mana red mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Green · Red · Blue
- Artist
- Raymond Swanland
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
Counter target creature spell. Put two +1/+1 counters on up to one target creature.
"Meat sustains the body. The spirit requires different sustenance."— Arel the Whisperer
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Trap Essence was released as part of the Khans of Tarkir set in 2014, specifically appearing as a promotional card associated with the set's release events. The card reflects the expansion's focus on the wedge-colored factions of Tarkir, with this particular spell representing the Temur Frontier's affinity for countering magic and exerting physical dominance. It functions as a counterspell that grants a creature token, blending blue's traditional utility with green's creature-centric mechanics.
The artwork for this promo version was illustrated by Jason Rainville, who captured the rugged, elemental spirit of the Temur clan. His design emphasizes the icy, harsh environment of the frontier and the decisive nature of the spell's effect. Upon its introduction, the card was noted by players for its specific mana requirements and its utility in limited formats, where countering a creature while simultaneously developing a board presence proved to be a powerful interaction.
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