The Lich, card number 114 from the 1993 Magic: The Gathering Intl. Collectors' Edition, a pivotal black Enchantment with transformative gameplay rules.
Lich
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Intl. Collectors' Edition
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Released in 1993 as part of the prestigious Intl. Collectors' Edition, the Lich card (number 114) represents a bold experiment in game design for Magic: The Gathering. Designed by Daniel Gelon, this black Enchantment card challenges conventional playstyles with a complex set of rules that fundamentally alter how a player interacts with life total and damage. As a high-mana cost spell requiring four black mana, Lich forces players to make strategic decisions early in the game, sacrificing their current life total to gain a powerful defensive and resource-generating engine. Collectors of vintage Magic: The Gathering products often seek out cards from the Intl. Collectors' Edition due to their historical significance and unique production qualities. The Lich stands out not just for its intricate mechanics, but for its role in defining the boundaries of the early game. While its complexity makes it a niche choice for many competitive decks, it remains a fascinating piece of TCG history for those who appreciate the evolution of card design. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, owning a copy of this card offers a tangible connection to the innovative spirit of the game's early years.
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Lich
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Daniel Gelon
Card Stock
English
{B}{B}{B}{B}
Enchantment
B
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As this enchantment enters, you lose life equal to your life total. You don't lose the game for having 0 or less life. If you would gain life, draw that many cards instead. Whenever you're dealt damage, sacrifice that many nontoken permanents. If you can't, you lose the game. When this enchantment is put into a graveyard from the battlefield, you lose the game.