The history of the 1993 Arabian Nights expansion with this original Metamorphosis card. A foundational piece of Magic: The Gathering lore and mechanics.
Metamorphosis
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Arabian Nights
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As a common card from the original set, this artifact offers collectors a direct connection to the game's early days, where strategic depth often emerged from simple, powerful effects. Metamorphosis allows players to sacrifice a creature to generate a flexible amount of mana of any single color. The amount generated scales with the sacrificed creature's mana value, providing a dynamic tool for casting subsequent spells. This mechanic highlights the innovative spirit of the Arabian Nights set, which encouraged creative deck building and resource management in ways that differ significantly from modern formats. For collectors, owning a piece of this foundational release is about preserving a slice of trading card game history. Each card, including card number 51, serves as a tangible link to the community that shaped the genre. Whether you are a historian of the hobby or a player interested in vintage formats, this card represents a significant chapter in the evolution of Magic: The Gathering. By focusing on the identity and historical context of each piece, we help collectors build meaningful collections that reflect the rich heritage of the game. This product remains a notable item for those exploring the origins of competitive card gaming.
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Metamorphosis
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Christopher Rush
Card Stock
English
{G}
Sorcery
G
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As an additional cost to cast this spell, sacrifice a creature. Add X mana of any one color, where X is 1 plus the sacrificed creature's mana value. Spend this mana only to cast creature spells.