Forcefield, card number 244 from the 1993 Intl. Collectors' Edition of Magic: The Gathering, is a rare Artifact offering strategic damage prevention.
Forcefield
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Intl. Collectors' Edition
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Forcefield, identified as card number 244 in the 1993 Intl. Collectors' Edition of Magic: The Gathering, serves as a foundational Artifact card for players and collectors alike. Designed by Dan Frazier, this piece belongs to the CEI set code and features a mana cost of three mana to activate its protective effect. The card’s mechanics allow the controller to prevent all but one point of combat damage from a chosen unblocked creature, providing a crucial defensive tool in the early days of the game. As part of the Intl. Collectors' Edition, this release is distinct from standard expansions due to its unique borderless design and inclusion of cards from multiple sets. Collectors often seek out Forcefield for its historical significance in the Magic: The Gathering universe and its role in early deck strategies. The card’s rarity status within this set adds to its appeal among those building complete collections of the 1993 release. Whether you are focusing on set completion or appreciating the evolution of artifact mechanics, this card represents a key element of the game's legacy.
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Forcefield
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Dan Frazier
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English
{3}
Artifact
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{1}: The next time an unblocked creature of your choice would deal combat damage to you this turn, prevent all but 1 of that damage.