Mirror Universe
Legends 287 • rare
- Set
- Legends
- Collector number
- 287
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 6 generic mana
- Type
- Artifact
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Phil Foglio
- Market price
- $369.90
What it does
tap, Sacrifice this artifact: Exchange life totals with target opponent. Activate only during your upkeep.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Released in 1994 as part of the Legends expansion for Magic: The Gathering, Mirror Universe was designed to introduce a high-risk, high-reward mechanic that allows a player to swap their life total with that of an opponent. The set, which was the first to feature legendary creatures, was intended to explore new mechanical depth and world-building possibilities for the game, building on the success of the initial Alpha, Beta, and Unlimited print runs.
The card features the distinct, whimsical, and highly expressive illustrative style of Phil Foglio, who was a foundational artist during Magic’s early era. His portrayal of the mirror reflects a classic fantasy interpretation of the item, characterized by intricate linework and a vibrant color palette that stood in contrast to the darker, more muted tones used by many other artists of the set. At the time of its release, the card’s ability was considered technically complex, requiring careful rules adjudication, which has contributed to its enduring legacy as a piece of early game history.
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