Magic: The Gathering

Taiga

Unlimited Edition 283 • rare

Set: Unlimited Edition
Collector number: 283
Rarity: Rare
Type: Land
Colors: Colorless
Artist: Rob Alexander
Market price: $615.00

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Market

What it's worth

$615.00market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$615.00 – $807.49 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare card from the Unlimited Edition, this piece occupies a significant place in the history of collectible gaming. Its scarcity and specific set origin make it a foundational element for any serious collection focused on the game's earliest iterations.

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Card face

What it does

(tap: Add red mana or green mana.)

Formats

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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Provenance

Where it came from

Taiga was originally released in 1994 as part of the Magic: The Gathering 'Revised' set, which served as the first core expansion to feature the Unlimited Edition card layout. As a dual land, it was designed to tap for either red or green mana, providing essential utility for players building multicolored decks. The card was created during the formative years of the game's development to solve mechanical constraints regarding mana consistency, quickly becoming a staple in competitive play.

The iconic illustration for Taiga was produced by artist Rob Alexander. Tasked with capturing the wild, untamed essence of a taiga biome, Alexander employed his signature landscape style to create a visually distinct card that stood out within the early sets. While it was well-received by players for its efficiency and aesthetic appeal, the card has since become a cornerstone of the game's history, valued for its impact on deck construction and its place within the reserved list.

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About

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