The MARS 3V Retractor is a surgical system engineered to provide the versatility, stability, and precision required to access hard-to-reach disc spaces in spinal surgery. Its key feature is a set of independent blades that can each provide up to 20 degrees of angulation, allowing for highly controlled and customizable retraction. The retractor's components are constructed from lightweight, radiolucent aluminum, ensuring minimal interference with intraoperative imaging. An optional illumination system allows a light source to be guided through the blade walls, reducing bulk in the surgical field and improving visualization. This design supports efficient and effective minimally invasive surgical (MIS) procedures.