Mind Flayer: Command the Battlefield with Psychic Might
Mind Flayer from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms brings formidable control to your blue deck with its uniquely unsettling presence. For five mana, including two blue, this 3/3 Horror creature takes over your opponent’s forces with its Dominate Monster ability. Upon entering the battlefield, Mind Flayer seizes control of any target creature, turning your opponent’s asset into your own strategic weapon as long as Mind Flayer remains under your command. This ability can decisively swing board states, making it a prime choice for midrange and control strategies that thrive on disrupting enemy plans.
This card shines in synergy with flicker or blink effects such as Flickerwisp or Ephemerate, allowing you to repeatedly reclaim control of the same or new threats. Mind Flayer’s combination of solid stats and game-changing control effects fits perfectly into blue-focused decks that prize manipulation and tactical advantage. For players versed in navigating complex board states, Mind Flayer offers a chilling yet calculated way to dominate your foes’ resources.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {3}{U}{U}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Horror
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Card Text: Dominate Monster — When Mind Flayer enters the battlefield, gain control of target creature for as long as you control Mind Flayer.
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Power / Toughness: 3/3
