Archaeology
Jumpstart Front Cards 3 • common
- Set
- Jumpstart Front Cards
- Collector number
- 3
- Rarity
- Common
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Cristi Balanescu
What it does
(Theme color: blue mana)
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyNot legal
- VintageNot legal
- CommanderNot legal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerNot legal
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Where it came from
The Archaeology front card originates from the 2020 Magic: The Gathering product known as Jumpstart. This unique set was designed as a self-contained, repeatable play experience where players combine two randomized 20-card themed decks to create a ready-to-play deck. The front card acts as a packaging identifier, clearly displaying the theme name and iconography to help players quickly identify the contents of the sealed booster pack.
The aesthetic of the Jumpstart front cards leans into a clean, minimalist design language that contrasts with the detailed, illustrative nature of the cards inside. By utilizing bold typography and distinct color-coded frames, the design successfully bridges the gap between functional game packaging and collectible branding. Upon release, the set was widely praised for its innovative approach to accessibility and draft-style play, making these cards a notable curiosity for players who appreciate the complete set experience.
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