The Water Elemental is card #92 from the 1994 Foreign Black Border expansion, featuring artwork by Jeff A. Menges and serving as an Uncommon creature in the original Magic: The Gathering set.
Water Elemental
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • Foreign Black Border
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Released in 1994 as part of the Foreign Black Border expansion, the Water Elemental holds the distinction of being card number 92 in the set's sequence. This Magic: The Gathering trading card game card is classified as an Uncommon rarity, making it a recognizable piece for collectors focusing on the foundational years of the hobby. The card was illustrated by Jeff A. Menges, whose work helped define the visual identity of the early era. As a Creature — Elemental with a mana cost of three generic mana and two blue mana, the Water Elemental represents a key component of blue decks during the original set's lifecycle. With a mana value of five and power/toughness stats of 5/4, it offers significant presence on the battlefield for its cost. Collectors of vintage Magic cards often seek out cards from this period to complete their Foreign Black Border sets or to appreciate the historical context of the game's design. The FBB set code identifies this printing, which is distinct from later reprints and modern expansions. For investors and hobbyists alike, original print runs from 1994 hold a special place in the history of trading cards. The Water Elemental remains a staple for those studying the evolution of creature mechanics and mana curves in the game. Whether you are building a nostalgic collection or looking for a specific card number from the Foreign Black Border series, this card provides a tangible link to the game's origins.
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Water Elemental
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Jeff A. Menges
Card Stock
English
{3}{U}{U}
Creature — Elemental
5 / 4
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