The 1993 Limited Edition Alpha Chaos Orb (Card 235), a rare artifact from the original Magic: The Gathering set, featuring unique flipping mechanics.
Chaos Orb
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Alpha
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Chaos Orb is a rare Artifact card from the 1993 Limited Edition Alpha set, bearing card number 235 in the original Magic: The Gathering release. Designed by Mark Tedin, this piece represents one of the most distinctive mechanics in the game's history, requiring players to physically flip the card from a height to determine its effects. The card costs two mana to play and serves as a high-risk, high-reward tool in the early days of the trading card game. The unique gameplay involves activating the artifact to flip it onto the battlefield. If the card turns over completely during the flip, it destroys all non-token permanents it touches before being destroyed itself. This interaction added a layer of unpredictability and excitement to the limited edition alpha cards that is rarely seen in modern TCG design. Finding a Chaos Orb from the 1993 Limited Edition Alpha set is a significant achievement for any Magic: The Gathering enthusiast. As card 235 in the set, it holds a specific place in the catalog of early TCG history. Whether you are building a vintage collection or studying the evolution of game design, this artifact offers a tangible connection to the origins of the hobby. The combination of its rare status and its unique flipping mechanic makes it a standout item for serious collectors looking to diversify their holdings with pieces that have genuine historical weight.
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Chaos Orb
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mark Tedin
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English
{2}
Artifact
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{1}, {T}: If this artifact is on the battlefield, flip it onto the battlefield from a height of at least one foot. If this artifact turns over completely at least once during the flip, destroy all nontoken permanents it touches. Then destroy this artifact.
