The Diabolic Machine, card number 363 from Magic: The Gathering's Fifth Edition release. This uncommon artifact creature is a staple for collectors building complete sets.
Diabolic Machine
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Fifth Edition
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The Diabolic Machine stands as a formidable presence in Magic: The Gathering's Fifth Edition, released in 1997. Identified by card number 363, this uncommon Artifact Creature — Construct requires seven mana to play but delivers a significant 4/4 body. Collectors often seek this card for its straightforward mechanical design and its role in completing the core set. As a construct, the Diabolic Machine offers a unique regeneration ability, allowing it to return to the battlefield from the graveyard for three mana. This resilience makes it a memorable choice for players who appreciate artifact strategies. Whether you are a seasoned investor or a new hobbyist, adding this Fifth Edition staple to your collection provides a connection to the game's foundational era. Completing a full run of Fifth Edition requires tracking down every card, making the Diabolic Machine an essential target for completionists. Its status as an uncommon print ensures it is accessible yet distinct within the set's hierarchy.
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Featured Subject
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Diabolic Machine
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
James Allen
Card Stock
English
{7}
Artifact Creature — Construct
4 / 4
Card Text
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{3}: Regenerate this creature.
"The bolts of our ballistae smashed into the monstrous thing, but our hopes died in our chests as its gears continued turning." —Sevti Mukul, *The Fall of Alsoor*