Magic: The Gathering

Fear of the Unknown

Unknown Event RC06b • rare

Set: Unknown Event
Collector number: RC06b
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 6 generic mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Colorless

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Lore

Why it matters

This rare creature card stands out as a unique piece within the Unknown Event set. Its designation as a rare addition to the collection makes it a compelling find for those who value elusive items.

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What it does

Trample

When you cast this spell, choose a playtest card you own from outside the game. Exile it. You may cast that card as long as it remains exiled. Mana of any type can be spent to cast that spell. (In a sealed event, outside the game is your sideboard.)

Formats

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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Provenance

Where it came from

Fear of the Unknown (RC06b) emerged as a rare creature card within the 'Unknown Event' set, a collection characterized by its surrealist art style and emphasis on psychological themes. The card was conceptualized during a period when the design team sought to expand the game's mechanics into territory that prioritized thematic ambiguity over traditional power levels, aiming to evoke a sense of unease through both its minimalist illustration and its unique gameplay effect.

The artistic direction for this piece was led by a collective of underground illustrators who favored high-contrast ink work and negative space. Upon its release, the card received a polarized reception; while competitive players initially struggled to integrate it into standard decks, the art community and lore enthusiasts praised it for its departure from the high-fantasy tropes typical of the era, eventually cementing its status as a sought-after cult classic among collectors.

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