March of the Machines

March of the Machines was originally released in the 1999 set Urza's Destiny, designed as an enchantment that turns all artifacts into creatures. The card serves as a thematic representation of the Phyrexians' mechanical corruption, where inanimate objects are forcefully animated to expand their war machine. Its inclusion in the 2007 Tenth Edition core set marked a return to base-level Magic: The Gathering play, offering players a way to turn utility artifacts into combat-ready threats.

The artwork for this card was created by artist Carl Critchlow, whose distinct, jagged style captured the chaotic imagery of mechanical parts gaining sentience. The design is widely considered a staple of artifact-heavy decks, often used in combination with cards that grant artifacts powerful static abilities. It is well-regarded by players for its capacity to drastically alter the board state, forcing opponents to rethink their strategy once their equipment or mana-producing stones become vulnerable combatants.