The history and mechanics of the Limited Edition Alpha Lure card (#211). A foundational 1993 Magic: The Gathering enchantment with distinctive rules text.
Lure
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Alpha
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Released in 1993, this card allows players to target a creature and force all other creatures to block it, creating complex combat scenarios that defined early tournament play. As one of the foundational pieces of the game's history, Lure remains a critical component for collectors studying the evolution of Magic's rules and design philosophy. Collectors often seek the Limited Edition Alpha version of Lure for its historical significance rather than just its gameplay utility. The card's unique mechanic, which alters how creatures interact during combat, makes it a fascinating subject for analysis. Understanding the context of 1993's Limited Edition Alpha helps explain why cards like Lure are still discussed decades later. For investors and historians, owning a copy of this 1993 release offers a tangible connection to the birth of the trading card game genre. The Limited Edition Alpha set is widely regarded as the most important in Magic's history, and Lure represents a specific moment when the game's complex interactions were first codified. Whether for completing a set or studying game mechanics, this card provides insight into the strategic possibilities that emerged from the original ruleset.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Lure
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Anson Maddocks
Card Stock
English
{1}{G}{G}
Enchantment — Aura
G
Card Text
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Enchant creature All creatures able to block enchanted creature do so.
