The 2004 Darksteel release of Darksteel Forge, a rare artifact card from Magic: The Gathering designed to protect your permanents.
Darksteel Forge
2004 • Magic: The Gathering • Darksteel
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Description
Designed by Martina Pilcerova, this rare artifact card has become a staple for players seeking to protect their board state from removal effects. The card requires a mana cost of nine to cast, reflecting its significant impact on gameplay when deployed. At its core, Darksteel Forge provides a continuous effect that makes all artifacts you control indestructible. This means that effects specifically using the word "destroy" cannot eliminate your permanents. Additionally, artifact creatures possessing indestructible cannot be destroyed by combat damage or other damage sources. This defensive capability allows collectors and players to build resilient strategies around their artifact synergies. The flavor text, contributed by the character Pontifex, an elder researcher, adds narrative depth to the card's presence in the Mirrodin setting. The quote, "Did it have this shape upon Mirrodin's creation, or did some inconceivable force shape the unshapable?" invites players to ponder the origins of the artifact. This thematic element complements the mechanical strength of the card, making it a favorite among those who appreciate both strategy and lore. Collectors often seek out this card to complete their Darksteel set or to add a versatile defensive piece to their Magic: The Gathering collections. Its status as a rare card from a highly regarded set ensures its continued relevance among enthusiasts. Whether you are looking to enhance your gameplay or expand your catalog, Darksteel Forge represents a significant addition to any Magic: The Gathering enthusiast's library.
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Card Details
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Darksteel Forge
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Martina Pilcerova
Card Stock
English
{9}
Artifact
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Artifacts you control have indestructible. (Effects that say "destroy" don't destroy them. Artifact creatures with indestructible can't be destroyed by damage.)
"Did it have this shape upon Mirrodin's creation, or did some inconceivable force shape the unshapable?" —Pontifex, elder researcher









