The history and gameplay of the 1994 Magic: The Gathering Simulacrum card, card number 130 from the Foreign Black Border set.
Simulacrum
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • Foreign Black Border
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Description
This Uncommon Instant card, illustrated by Mark Poole, features a mana cost of {1}{B} and provides a unique defensive mechanic. When played, it allows the controller to gain life equal to the damage they have taken that turn, while simultaneously dealing that same amount of damage to a target creature they control. The Foreign Black Border Simulacrum is a notable entry for those building comprehensive collections of early Magic: The Gathering history. Its straightforward black mana identity makes it a functional card in various archetypes, appealing to both casual players and serious set builders who appreciate the foundational design of the game.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Simulacrum
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Mark Poole
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}
Instant
B
Card Text
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You gain life equal to the damage dealt to you this turn. Simulacrum deals damage to target creature you control equal to the damage dealt to you this turn.