Disintegrate

Disintegrate is a card from the Summer Magic set, also known as Edgar, which was released in 1994 as a limited reprint of the earlier Revised Edition of Magic: The Gathering. This set was produced by Wizards of the Coast to address printing errors and distribution issues encountered during the release of the Revised set, though it ultimately saw a very limited, accidental public release through a distributor. Consequently, these cards are distinguished from their Revised counterparts by their vibrant, saturated color profiles and the use of a copyright date of 1994 on the card face.

The artwork for this particular iteration was carried over from the original Magic: The Gathering base sets, reflecting the aesthetic sensibilities of the early nineties. As part of the red color alignment, Disintegrate serves as a direct damage spell, a fundamental mechanic in the game's design meant to balance board states. Because of the set's accidental distribution and the distinct visual differences compared to the standard print runs of the era, the Summer Magic version of this card has become a notable curiosity for players focused on the historical printing variations of the game.