Crack the Earth, card number 98 from Magic: The Gathering's 2005 Betrayers of Kamigawa expansion. This Arcane Sorcery is a staple for players seeking board control.
Crack the Earth
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Betrayers of Kamigawa
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Crack the Earth is a distinct Sorcery card featured in the 2005 Betrayers of Kamigawa expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Identified as card number 98 with the set code BOK, this release belongs to the Red color identity and carries the Arcane subtype. The card requires a single red mana to cast, making it an efficient tool for players looking to disrupt their opponent's resources early in the game. The card's effect is straightforward yet devastating: each player must sacrifice a permanent of their choice. This mechanic allows players to trade away less valuable assets to eliminate key threats from the battlefield, creating a strategic dilemma that defines much of the game's depth. As a Common rarity card, it was widely printed, yet its utility in various deck archetypes has kept it relevant among TCG enthusiasts for nearly two decades. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out cards from the Kamigawa block for their unique Japanese-inspired aesthetic and innovative mechanics. Crack the Earth stands out for its simplicity and power, representing a pivotal moment in the game's history where board control became increasingly important. The card was illustrated by Wayne Reynolds, whose artistic style contributed to the immersive experience of the Betrayers of Kamigawa set. Whether you are a seasoned player looking to add this powerful spell to your collection or a newcomer exploring the rich lore of Magic, Crack the Earth offers a compelling piece of gaming history. The card's enduring appeal lies in its ability to shift the momentum of a match with a single, well-timed play.
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Crack the Earth
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Wayne Reynolds
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English
{R}
Sorcery — Arcane
R
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Each player sacrifices a permanent of their choice.
"As the war progressed, the destruction the kami caused became more widespread and less predictable." —*Observations of the Kami War*






