Forest

The International Collectors' Edition Forest, card number 300, was released by Wizards of the Coast in 1993 as part of a non-tournament legal set designed to introduce players to the game mechanics of Magic: The Gathering. This specific edition featured a gold-bordered back and distinct square corners, distinguishing it from the standard tournament-legal printings of the time. It was produced primarily as a promotional and educational tool, allowing players to familiarize themselves with the game's fundamental land cards without the high cost associated with early booster packs.

The artistic direction for this Forest aimed to establish the quintessential visual identity of green mana within the game's expansive fantasy setting. While the original illustration credits are rooted in the early Magic art style that favored evocative, slightly surrealist landscapes, the design for this particular edition was intended to be clean and accessible for new players. Because it was part of a limited, boxed product intended for display and casual play rather than competitive use, it remains a notable example of early nineties gaming memorabilia that highlights the shift toward broader accessibility in the trading card market.