The history of the 1993 Cockatrice card from Magic: The Gathering's Collectors Edition, a foundational piece of trading card game history.
Cockatrice
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Collectors' Edition
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Description
Released in 1993 as part of the Collectors' Edition, this Cockatrice card holds a unique place in the history of Magic: The Gathering. As card number 190 in the set, it represents one of the foundational creatures of the game's early era. The card features a mana cost of {3}{G}{G} and functions as a Creature — Cockatrice with a power and toughness of 2/4. Its ability allows it to destroy any non-Wall creature that blocks it or becomes blocked by it at the end of combat, a mechanic that has defined its strategic role for decades. Designed by Dan Frazier, this rare card is highly sought after by collectors who appreciate the origins of the trading card game genre. Completing a set of these early releases requires patience and dedication, making this card a significant milestone for serious enthusiasts.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Cockatrice
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Dan Frazier
Card Stock
English
{3}{G}{G}
Creature — Cockatrice
2 / 4
G
Card Text
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Flying Whenever this creature blocks or becomes blocked by a non-Wall creature, destroy that creature at end of combat.