The Amulet of Quoz, card #308 from the 1995 Ice Age expansion, featuring its distinctive high mana cost and ante-based artifact ability.
Amulet of Quoz
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Ice Age
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The Amulet of Quoz stands as a significant piece of Magic: The Gathering history, originating from the 1995 Ice Age expansion. As card number 308 in Dan Frazier’s set design, this rare artifact card is defined by its six mana cost and its controversial ante mechanic. Players could sacrifice this artifact to challenge an opponent to a coin flip, where the winner took the loser's top card or the loser forfeited the entire game. This high-risk, high-reward interaction makes it a memorable entry for enthusiasts of the game's early design philosophy. Collectors of vintage trading cards often seek out Ice Age releases to complete their sets or to explore the evolution of game mechanics that have since been retired. The Amulet of Quoz represents a bold experiment in player interaction during Magic's formative years. For those building a comprehensive collection of artifact cards, this release offers a tangible connection to the game's past. Whether you are interested in the lore of the Ice Age block or the strategic depth of its unique cards, this artifact remains a key topic of discussion among the community.
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Amulet of Quoz
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Magic: The Gathering
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Dan Frazier
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English
{6}
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Remove this card from your deck before playing if you're not playing for ante. {T}, Sacrifice this artifact: Target opponent may ante the top card of their library. If they don't, you flip a coin. If you win the flip, that player loses the game. If you lose the flip, you lose the game. Activate only during your upkeep.
