Peer into the Palantir
Gather 'round, brave souls of the Multiverse! The Palantir of Orthanc is not just any artifact; it's a glimpse into the shadows of fate itself. With a mana cost of just {3}, this legendary artifact invites you to manipulate the tides of battle. At the end of your turn, it grants you the power to scry 2, giving you a strategic edge as you peer into the depths of your library. Yet, beware! Your opponent may also take a turn with destiny by drawing a card. The cunning will know how to leverage this interaction, perhaps in conjunction with cards like Brainstorm or Sensei's Divining Top to optimize their own draws.
However, the true glory of the Palantir lies in its ability to accumulate influence counters. For each counter, if your opponent cannot match your will, they may face a loss equal to the total mana value of the cards you've quelled. Imagine the thrill as you siphon their resources, turning their own ambitions against them. In the world of Magic, this potent artifact embodies the essence of resource management and cunning strategy, making it a must-have in any savvy player's arsenal.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {3}
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Card Type: Artifact
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Subtypes: Legendary
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): At the beginning of your end step, put an influence counter on Palantir of Orthanc and scry 2. Then target opponent may have you draw a card. If that player doesn’t, you mill X cards, where X is the number of influence counters on Palantir of Orthanc, and that player loses life equal to the total mana value of those cards.
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Power / Toughness: N/A
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Loyalty: N/A
