The 1995 Magic: The Gathering Arcades Sabboth card from the Chronicles Foreign Black Border set. This legendary Elder Dragon is a key piece for TCG collectors.
Arcades Sabboth
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Chronicles Foreign Black Border
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Arcades Sabboth, card number 71 from the 1995 Chronicles Foreign Black Border release, remains a distinctive entry in Magic: The Gathering history. As a legendary Elder Dragon, this card captures the complex mechanics that defined the game's early strategic depth. The card features a mana cost of {2}{G}{W}{U} and boasts a power and toughness of 7/7, reflecting its status as a high-impact creature in the game's ecosystem. Designed by Edward P. Beard, Jr., the artwork presents the dragon in a manner consistent with the era's artistic style, though the specific visual details are best appreciated in person. The card's rules text offers a unique gameplay experience, allowing players to sacrifice the creature during their upkeep to gain control over other untapped creatures on the battlefield. This mechanic encourages dynamic decision-making, as players must balance the immediate benefit of boosting their army against the cost of losing their legendary asset. While the card's value fluctuates with market trends, its historical significance and gameplay utility make it a sought-after item for those building comprehensive collections or seeking to complete set runs. Whether you are an avid TCG enthusiast looking to expand your library or a collector interested in the evolution of Magic: The Gathering, this card offers a tangible connection to the game's rich past.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Arcades Sabboth
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Edward P. Beard, Jr.
Card Stock
English
{2}{G}{G}{W}{W}{U}{U}
Legendary Creature — Elder Dragon
7 / 7
G, U, W
Card Text
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Flying At the beginning of your upkeep, sacrifice Arcades Sabboth unless you pay {G}{W}{U}. Each untapped creature you control gets +0/+2 as long as it's not attacking. {W}: Arcades Sabboth gets +0/+1 until end of turn.
