Merfolk of the Pearl Trident is card number 66 from the Limited Edition Alpha set of Magic: The Gathering, released in 1993. This foundational blue creature is a key piece for collectors focusing on the game's inaugural expansion.
Merfolk of the Pearl Trident
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Alpha
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Merfolk of the Pearl Trident holds a significant place in the history of trading card games as one of the original creatures from Limited Edition Alpha. Released in 1993, this Magic: The Gathering card serves as a foundational blue mana source for collectors and players alike. As card number 66 in the set, it represents the early design philosophy that established the game's core mechanics. The card features a mana cost of one blue mana, allowing it to be played efficiently in the early turns of a match. Collectors of Limited Edition Alpha often seek out this card to complete their set or to appreciate its role in the game's initial ecosystem. The artwork by Jeff A. Menges captures the mythical nature of the Merfolk, adding to the card's visual appeal for enthusiasts. For those building a collection of Magic: The Gathering's earliest prints, Merfolk of the Pearl Trident is an essential component. Its status as part of the Limited Edition Alpha set makes it a notable item for any serious TCG historian or collector looking to own a piece of gaming history.
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Merfolk of the Pearl Trident
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Jeff A. Menges
Card Stock
English
{U}
Creature — Merfolk
1 / 1
U
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Most human scholars believe that Merfolk are the survivors of sunken Atlantis, humans adapted to the water. Merfolk, however, believe that humans sprang forth from Merfolk who adapted themselves in order to explore their last frontier.