The history and mechanics of the rare 1993 Magic: The Gathering Intl. Collectors' Edition card Personal Incarnation. A sought-after Avatar creature for vintage TCG collectors.
Personal Incarnation
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Intl. Collectors' Edition
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Released in 1993 as part of the International Collectors' Edition, Personal Incarnation stands out as a distinct white mana creature within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Carrying the card number 32 and designated as a Rare card, this piece was illustrated by Kev Brockschmidt, whose artwork helped define the visual identity of early Magic releases. As a Creature — Avatar Incarnation, the card commands a mana cost of {3}{W}{W}{W} and boasts a formidable 6/6 power and toughness, making it a significant presence on the battlefield. Collectors interested in the evolution of Magic: The Gathering often seek out Personal Incarnation for its unique gameplay mechanics. The card features a specific ability that redirects incoming damage to its owner, a design choice that adds strategic depth to defensive play. Additionally, when this creature leaves play, it triggers an effect causing its owner to lose half their life, rounded up. This high-risk, high-reward dynamic makes the card a memorable addition to any vintage collection. For enthusiasts of the game's history, owning a copy of Personal Incarnation offers a tangible connection to the foundational years of competitive Magic. The card remains a popular subject among those who appreciate the creative risk-taking of early sets, serving as a key reference point for understanding the design philosophy of the 1993 release.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Personal Incarnation
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Kev Brockschmidt
Card Stock
English
{3}{W}{W}{W}
Creature — Avatar Incarnation
6 / 6
W
Card Text
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{0}: The next 1 damage that would be dealt to this creature this turn is dealt to its owner instead. Only this creatures owner may activate this ability. When this creature dies, its owner loses half their life, rounded up.