Clone

Clone was originally introduced as a core component of the Magic: The Gathering base set in 1993, later appearing in the 1994 Revised Edition. Designed as a blue creature, it mechanically embodies the game's focus on versatility and mimicry by allowing a player to enter the battlefield as a copy of any creature currently in play. This early design established a precedent for shapeshifting mechanics that would become a staple of the color blue throughout the game's history.

The artwork for this iteration was rendered by illustrator Julie Baroh, who captured the card's essence through an eerie, fluid representation of a shapeshifting entity. During the early days of Wizards of the Coast, the artistic direction relied on a diverse range of contributors, and Baroh's piece is noted by enthusiasts for its unique, painterly aesthetic that stands apart from the more rigid fantasy styles of the era. The card remains a classic within the Revised Edition, valued for both its functional utility in deck-building and its nostalgic role in the game's foundational years.