The first card of the 1998 Exodus expansion from Magic: The Gathering, featuring the Allay subject and card number 1.
Allay
1998 • Magic: The Gathering • Exodus
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The Exodus expansion, released in 1998, holds a significant place in Magic: The Gathering history as the first set to introduce the buyback mechanic. Card number 1 from this set, featuring the Allay subject, offers collectors a direct entry point into this pivotal era of the game's design evolution. The instant spell allows players to destroy target enchantment, with the added strategic depth of returning to hand if the additional cost is paid. This product represents the foundational identity of a set that reshaped gameplay dynamics and card availability standards. For enthusiasts building comprehensive collections of vintage Magic: The Gathering cards, this card number serves as a crucial anchor. The Exodus set remains a cornerstone for understanding the progression of the game's mechanics during the late 1990s. Whether you are drawn to the strategic implications of the buyback rules or the historical context of the 1998 release, this card embodies the innovative spirit of that period in trading card game history.
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Allay
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Randy Gallegos
Card Stock
English
{1}{W}
Instant
W
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Buyback {3} (You may pay an additional {3} as you cast this spell. If you do, put this card into your hand as it resolves.) Destroy target enchantment.