Thumbscrews
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ArtifactTMP · R
At the beginning of your upkeep, if you have five or more cards in hand, this artifact deals 1 damage to target opponent or planeswalker.
Tempest · Rare
Moxou Score · all formats
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Analysis
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Legality
9 formatsStandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
PremodernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
PauperNot legal
Duel CommanderLegal
cEDHLegal
B/R history
Never banned or restricted in any format Moxou tracks.
Rulings
1- 2004-10-04
It checks the number of cards in your hand at the beginning of upkeep, and if you have 4 or fewer cards in hand it will not trigger. It checks again when it resolves and will not deal damage unless you still have 5 or more cards in hand.
Versions
1| Set | No. | Year | Rarity | Artist |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMPTempest | MX-50610 | 1997 | Rare | Charles Gillespie |
In sealed products
Pull odds for signed-in users| Product | Set | Chance | Expected copies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempest Booster Box · Booster box | TMP | ||
| Tempest Starter Deck · Limited kit | TMP | ||
| Tempest Booster Pack · Booster pack | TMP |
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