Magic: The Gathering

March of the Machines

Mirrodin 42 • rare

Set: Mirrodin
Collector number: 42
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 3 generic mana blue mana
Type: Enchantment
Colors: Blue
Artist: Ben Thompson
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$0.56market price via TCGplayer · Aug 7, 2026$0.52 – $0.61 over the tracked period

$0.56Aug 7, 2026

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Lore

Why it matters

March of the Machines is a rare enchantment from the original Mirrodin set that remains a cornerstone for artifact-focused decks. By transforming all artifacts into creatures, it fundamentally shifts the battlefield state, making it a unique and strategically complex card that collectors value for its distinct role in Magic's history.

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What it does

Each noncreature artifact is an artifact creature with power and toughness each equal to its mana value. (Equipment that's a creature can't equip a creature.)

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Provenance

Where it came from

March of the Machines was released in 2003 as part of the Mirrodin expansion, a set centered on a metallic, artifact-based world. The card depicts a pivotal moment in the plane's lore where the artificial entities of Mirrodin begin to animate and rise. As an enchantment, its design directly interacts with the set's primary mechanic, forcing artifacts to become creature cards, effectively turning the entire battlefield into a mechanical army.

The card was illustrated by Ben Thompson, a long-time artist for the game whose work often emphasizes the industrial and harsh aesthetic of the Mirrodin setting. His design captures the chaotic energy of metal coming to life, using sharp lines and a cold color palette to reflect the artificial nature of the plane. It has since become a staple in casual and Commander formats for players who enjoy artifact-synergy decks.

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