Cursed Rack is an Uncommon Artifact card from the 1994 Magic: The Gathering Antiquities expansion, numbered 48 in the set.
Cursed Rack
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • Antiquities
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Description
Cursed Rack, numbered 48 in the Antiquities expansion, stands as a defining artifact from the 1994 release of Magic: The Gathering. Designed by Richard Thomas, this Uncommon card introduces a unique mechanical interaction that challenges opponents by restricting their maximum hand size to four cards upon entering the battlefield. As a key piece in the Antiquities collection, Cursed Rack exemplifies the era's creative approach to resource management and opponent disruption. The card’s ability to impose a permanent disadvantage on an opponent reflects the innovative design philosophy that helped establish the trading card game's competitive foundation. Whether you are a seasoned collector seeking to complete your Antiquities binder or a new fan interested in the game's earliest mechanics, Cursed Rack provides a tangible connection to the game's origins. The card’s straightforward yet impactful effect has made it a memorable part of many vintage decks and a staple in discussions about early Magic strategy. Cursed Rack fits seamlessly into this theme, offering a reliable way to control the board state by limiting an opponent's resources. For collectors, owning a copy of this card is a nod to the strategic evolution of Magic: The Gathering, representing a time when simple rules could have profound game-changing effects. Explore the diverse selection of vintage Magic cards available to find this essential piece of gaming history.
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Cursed Rack
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Richard Thomas
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English
{4}
Artifact
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As this artifact enters, choose an opponent. The chosen player's maximum hand size is four.
Ashnod invented several torture techniques that could make victims even miles away beg for mercy as if the End had come.















