The 1993 Limited Edition Alpha Vesuvan Doppelganger is a foundational rare card from the original Magic: The Gathering set, known for its unique Shapeshifter mechanics.
Vesuvan Doppelganger
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Alpha
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The 1993 Limited Edition Alpha Vesuvan Doppelganger stands as a cornerstone for collectors of early Magic: The Gathering history. Designed by Quinton Hoover, the card features a mana cost of {3}{U}{U} and serves as a versatile 0/5 threat that can mimic other battlefield creatures. Unlike later iterations, this Alpha print is distinguished by its original black border and specific text box rules that define its copying ability. For dedicated enthusiasts, acquiring this piece offers a direct connection to the genesis of the trading card game. The card’s gameplay allows it to enter the battlefield as a copy of any creature, making it a subject of historical and mechanical interest for players studying the game's early design philosophy. This product represents a tangible piece of gaming heritage, valued for its place in the Limited Edition Alpha series rather than just its in-game utility.
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Card Details
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Vesuvan Doppelganger
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Quinton Hoover
Card Stock
English
{3}{U}{U}
Creature — Shapeshifter
0 / 0
U
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You may have this creature enter as a copy of any creature on the battlefield, except it doesn't copy that creature's color and it has "At the beginning of your upkeep, you may have this creature become a copy of target creature, except it doesn't copy that creature's color and it has this ability."