Time Elemental is a Rare 3-mana creature from the 1994 Magic: The Gathering Legends set, featuring a powerful defensive effect that sacrifices itself to deal damage.
Time Elemental
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • Legends
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Time Elemental, cataloged as card number 81 in the 1994 Legends expansion, remains a notable piece of Magic: The Gathering history. As a Rare creature with a mana cost of {2}{U}, this card offers a distinct strategic profile for players and collectors alike. The card's text box presents a unique mechanic: when it attacks or blocks, it must be sacrificed at the end of combat, dealing 5 damage to its controller. This risk-reward dynamic defines its role in early game design. Alternatively, players can spend {2}{U}{U} to return a target permanent to its owner's hand, providing versatile interaction. Completing a Legends set often involves seeking out this card to finalize the collection. The card's legacy is tied to its innovative design during the format's early years, making it a topic of interest for those studying the game's evolution.
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Card Details
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Time Elemental
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Amy Weber
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}
Creature — Elemental
0 / 2
U
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When this creature attacks or blocks, at end of combat, sacrifice it and it deals 5 damage to you. {2}{U}{U}, {T}: Return target permanent that isn't enchanted to its owner's hand.