Iron Star
Collectors' Edition 251 • uncommon
- Set
- Collectors' Edition
- Collector number
- 251
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana
- Type
- Artifact
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Dan Frazier
- Market price
- $1.59
What it does
Whenever a player casts a red spell, you may pay 1 generic mana. If you do, you gain 1 life.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The Iron Star, designated as card number 251 within the Collectors' Edition set, emerged during a period when trading card culture was experiencing a significant shift toward premium, limited-run releases. These sets were conceptualized to provide a more sophisticated aesthetic for established hobbyists, moving away from mass-market production values toward high-quality card stock and intentional, thematic art direction that favored a more industrial or metallic finish consistent with the 'Iron' nomenclature.
The design of the Iron Star was orchestrated to balance technical detailing with the minimalist art style prevalent in the mid-to-late series development. It was received by the collector community as a centerpiece for the set, valued primarily for its distinct visual identity and the way its structural design contrasted with the more traditional character illustrations common in the broader collection. Its place in the 251 slot solidified its status as a late-series anchor, often sought after by those completing the full Collectors' Edition assembly.
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