Conversion

The Conversion card from the Summer Magic set, colloquially known as the Edgar set, occupies a unique place in the history of Magic: The Gathering. Produced in 1994, this set was an unauthorized print run released in limited quantities—specifically for the Summer Magic test run—intended to address errors in the earlier Revised Edition. Because of its scarcity and the distinct, vibrant color saturation that sets it apart from the standard printings of the time, the set remains one of the most sought-after curiosities among serious collectors.

The design of Conversion reflects the aesthetic standards of early-to-mid 1990s fantasy card gaming, featuring artwork that emphasizes the game's high-fantasy roots. As part of a set that was briefly recalled and largely destroyed by the publisher, individual cards like Conversion serve as artifacts of a chaotic era in trading card production. Its design, while mechanically identical to the version found in Revised, is defined by its rarity and the specific printing quality that only exists within this rare, errant production cycle.