The 1993 Magic: The Gathering Collectors Edition Plague Rats card, a foundational Black creature with unique scaling mechanics and historical significance in the TCG.
Plague Rats
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Collectors' Edition
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The Magic: The Gathering Collectors Edition Plague Rats card, numbered 122, represents a pivotal moment in the early history of the trading card game released in 1993. This Common Black creature card is distinguished by its unique gameplay mechanic, where its power and toughness each match the total number of Plague Rats present on the battlefield. Designed by Anson Maddocks, the card captures the essence of early Magic design philosophy, focusing on synergistic creature interactions rather than static stats. For collectors, this piece is a tangible link to the game's origins, offering insight into the creative direction of the Collectors' Edition subset. Owning a copy of this card allows enthusiasts to study the evolution of card design and the strategic depth that has defined Magic: The Gathering for decades. It serves as a notable entry for those building comprehensive collections of the Collectors' Edition set, highlighting the importance of Black mana in early deck construction. The card's ability to scale with multiples makes it a fascinating subject for rules enthusiasts and historians alike, showcasing how early designers experimented with interactive mechanics.
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Plague Rats
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Anson Maddocks
Card Stock
English
{2}{B}
Creature — Rat
* / *
B
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Plague Rats's power and toughness are each equal to the number of creatures named Plague Rats on the battlefield.
"Should you a Rat to madness tease Why ev'n a Rat may plague you..." —Samuel Coleridge, "Recantation"