Mercadian Masques

Mercadian Masques is a set of collectible trading cards from the game Magic: The Gathering, released in 1999. It features themes of conflict, political intrigue, and deception, drawing inspiration from medieval and fantasy settings. The set introduces new mechanics like "discard" and "conflict," emphasizing strategy and interaction between players. Its cards include powerful spells, creatures, and artifacts that influence gameplay by controlling resources, disrupting opponents, or gaining advantages. Mercadian Masques is known for its balanced, thematic design and for revitalizing the game's strategic depth after previous expansions.