The 2021 Adventures in the Forgotten Realms promotional foil card Treasure Chest (252s) is a Rare Artifact that brings d20 mechanics to the Magic: The Gathering table.
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Adventures in the Forgotten Realms Promos
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Released in 2021 as part of the Adventures in the Forgotten Realms Promos set, the Treasure Chest card (card number 252s) offers a unique mechanical twist on the traditional artifact archetype. Crafted by artist Dan Murayama Scott, this foil Rare artifact invites players to engage with the d20 dice-rolling system, a hallmark of the Dungeons & Dragons crossover theme. While it does not produce mana like many other artifacts, its value lies in the random events it triggers when sacrificed. The gameplay centers on rolling a d20 to determine the outcome, creating a dynamic element that can shift the board state instantly. On a roll of 1, the controller faces a setback by losing life, but higher rolls offer significant rewards. Rolling a 2 through 9 generates five Treasure tokens, providing substantial mana acceleration for future spells. A roll of 10 through 19 grants life and card draw, helping to stabilize a hand or recover from damage. The most coveted outcome is a natural 20, which allows the player to search their library for an artifact card, putting it onto the battlefield or into their hand before reshuffling. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often seek out this promo for its thematic connection to the Forgotten Realms storyline and its innovative use of dice mechanics. The foil finish adds a distinct visual appeal, making it a standout piece for those building themed collections or completing the PAFR set. Whether used in casual games or as a collector's item, the Treasure Chest represents a fun and unpredictable addition to the artifact category.
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Treasure Chest
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Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Dan Murayama Scott
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English
Foil
{3}
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{4}, Sacrifice this artifact: Roll a d20. 1 | Trapped! — You lose 3 life. 2—9 | Create five Treasure tokens. 10—19 | You gain 3 life and draw three cards. 20 | Search your library for a card. If it's an artifact card, you may put it onto the battlefield. Otherwise, put that card into your hand. Then shuffle.