Karn, Scion of Urza is the first card in the 2018 Magic: The Gathering Dominaria set, designated as Mythic Rare card number 1.
2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Dominaria
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Karn, Scion of Urza is the lead card of the 2018 Magic: The Gathering Dominaria set, distinguished by its card number 1 and Mythic Rare status. Designed by Chase Stone, this Legendary Planeswalker card serves as a central figure for enthusiasts of the trading card game, representing a pivotal moment in the lore of the Multiverse. As the first card in the set, it holds a unique position in collection building, often sought after by completists looking to establish a strong foundation for their Dominaria inventory. The card features a mana cost of four and begins with five loyalty, offering strategic depth through its ability to manipulate the library and exile resources. Its +1 ability allows players to reveal the top two cards of their library, choosing one to add to their hand while exiling the other with a silver counter. Conversely, the -1 ability enables the retrieval of a card with a silver counter from exile back into the hand. Additionally, the -2 ability creates a 0/0 colorless Construct artifact creature token that gains power and toughness based on the number of artifacts controlled. This versatility makes the card a staple for those interested in artifact-centric strategies. The card’s identity as a Mythic Rare ensures it stands out in any display or binder. Whether you are a seasoned veteran of the game or new to the hobby, acquiring this card provides a tangible connection to one of the most celebrated expansions in the TCG’s history. The combination of iconic character design and powerful mechanics makes it an essential piece for any serious collection.
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Karn, Scion of Urza
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Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Chase Stone
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English
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Legendary Planeswalker — Karn
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+1: Reveal the top two cards of your library. An opponent chooses one of them. Put that card into your hand and exile the other with a silver counter on it. −1: Put a card you own with a silver counter on it from exile into your hand. −2: Create a 0/0 colorless Construct artifact creature token with "This token gets +1/+1 for each artifact you control."
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Card number 1 holds a special place in any Magic: The Gathering set, often serving as the lead card that introduces the theme or key characters of the expansion. For Dominaria, Karn, Scion of Urza as #1 marks the beginning of the collection for many completists.
Karn starts with five loyalty. His abilities allow you to manipulate your library by exiling cards with silver counters, retrieve those cards from exile, or create Construct artifact creature tokens that scale in power and toughness based on your artifact count.
The original 2018 printing of Karn, Scion of Urza in the Dominaria set was illustrated by Chase Stone, whose artwork is highly regarded among Magic: The Gathering fans.
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