The Magic: The Gathering Channel card (number 236) from the 1995 Fourth Edition Foreign Black Border set is an uncommon sorcery designed by Richard Thomas.
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1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Fourth Edition Foreign Black Border
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The Magic: The Gathering Channel card, numbered 236, originates from the 1995 Fourth Edition Foreign Black Border set. Illustrated by Richard Thomas, this uncommon sorcery costs two green mana and allows players to pay one life to add a colorless mana source at any time they could activate a mana ability. This unique mechanic offers strategic flexibility during gameplay, making it a distinctive piece within the early Magic: The Gathering landscape. Collectors often seek out cards from the Fourth Edition Foreign Black Border set due to its international distribution and distinct black border design. The Channel card represents a specific era of game design where life payment mechanics provided alternative resource management options. Its uncommon rarity status means it is accessible yet still holds appeal for those building themed collections or completing the full set. Whether you are a seasoned Magic: The Gathering player or a collector of vintage card games, this product offers a tangible connection to the history of the genre. The combination of its strategic gameplay utility and historical significance makes it a noteworthy addition to any serious collection.
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Channel
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Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Richard Thomas
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English
{G}{G}
Sorcery
G
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Until end of turn, any time you could activate a mana ability, you may pay 1 life. If you do, add {C}.
