The 1993 Limited Edition Alpha Dark Ritual card, catalog number 98, is a foundational instant from the original Magic: The Gathering release.
Dark Ritual
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Alpha
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Released in 1993 as part of the Limited Edition Alpha set, this Magic: The Gathering trading card game card is identified by number 98. Designed as an Instant spell, it allows players to generate a significant amount of black mana quickly, serving as a critical resource accelerator in gameplay. The card features artwork by Sandra Everingham, whose style helped define the visual identity of the original release. As a Common rarity card, it was widely printed, yet its status within the Limited Edition Alpha set makes it highly relevant for collectors building complete sets or those interested in the history of the genre. Collectors often seek out these early printings to understand the foundational elements that shaped subsequent expansions and the broader collectible card market.
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Dark Ritual
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Sandra Everingham
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English
{B}
Instant
B
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Add {B}{B}{B}.