Desert
The List AFC-233 • uncommon
- Set
- The List
- Collector number
- AFC-233
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Type
- Land
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Glen Angus
- Market price
- $2.88
What it does
tap: Add colorless mana.
tap: This land deals 1 damage to target attacking creature. Activate only during the end of combat step.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Desert was originally released in the 1993 Arabian Nights expansion, the first set ever produced for Magic: The Gathering. Designed by Richard Garfield, the card was conceptualized to capture the flavor of Middle Eastern mythology and desert landscapes. The illustration by Dan Frazier features a minimalist, evocative depiction of sand dunes, intended to reflect the harsh and unforgiving nature of the environment in gameplay mechanics, where it serves as a utility land that punishes attacking creatures.
The version from 'The List' is a re-release curated by Wizards of the Coast, appearing in modern Set Boosters. This initiative was launched to reintroduce iconic or historically significant cards to a new generation of players, effectively preserving the legacy of early sets. While the original Arabian Nights printing is highly sought after by collectors for its historical status, this version provides a accessible way for players to incorporate a classic mechanical piece into their collections.
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