Pros
-Removes threats before they come
-Sees threats before they come

 

Cons
-Dead card in late game

 

This card is actually rather old...released in Magic Ruler. It quickly became restricted despite being a common. This is just one of those commons that should really be at the LEAST, Suoer Rares. With its two siblings known as Confiscate and Mischievious Demon Twins, it introduced "Hand Control" to the metagame.

 

I personally use this card in every single deck I build with the exception of OTK/FTK decks. The card is amazing, you can simply destroy your opponent's combo in their hand. You also get to see their hand at the same time, which is important. Play RTS games like StarCraft or WarCraft and you'll know how important it is to scout. However, I'm not saying you should then use Ceremonial Bell, Eye of Truth, or Mind on Air. This card is simply good because Magics are easy to play and this one has no cost what-so-ever unlike its siblings: Confiscate and Mischievious Demon Twins (Both cost 1000 LP to activate). If you are playing a combo deck yourself, this will still help to get rid of something in your opponent's hand that will DESTROY your combo.

 

The only time this card doesn't shine is when you get it in the late game. Usually, many things have already happened so your opponent's hand will be either one or even zero. That takes away the scouting factor of this card and the card in your opponent's hand is likely not threatening at the present situation.

 

9.5/10- I just really like this card...Although its a 1 for 1 card, it can take away those 2 or more for 1 cards of your opponent. If they have a good hand because of one or more good cards, take the good card away and make it a fair to even a poor hand. Protect yourself before your opponent plays the card that will turn the game in their favor. It's also easier to play if you know what's coming. I recommend this card for all decks except OTK/FTK decks.

 

-BlackBirdZX