The history and collector appeal of Air Elemental from Magic: The Gathering's 1993 Limited Edition Beta set.
Air Elemental
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Beta
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Air Elemental stands as a foundational piece of Magic: The Gathering history, originating from the Limited Edition Beta set released in 1993. As card number 47 in the Limited Edition Beta (LEB), this Uncommon creature card introduced players to the strategic depth of blue mana. With a mana cost of {3}{U}{U} and a power/toughness of 4/4, it offered immediate board presence through its Flying ability, allowing it to bypass ground-based defenses. Designed by Richard Thomas, this card captures the whimsical yet wild nature of the spirits it depicts. The flavor text hints at their unpredictable nature, substituting strategy with mischief, which reflects the early design philosophy of the game. Collecting Air Elemental from this set appeals to those interested in the game's origins. Its status as an Uncommon rarity makes it more accessible than the rarest cards of the set, while still holding substantial value due to the set's prestige. Whether you are building a complete Limited Edition Beta collection or seeking key blue creatures from the game's first year, this card remains a vital component for any serious Magic: The Gathering enthusiast.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Air Elemental
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Richard Thomas
Card Stock
English
{3}{U}{U}
Creature — Elemental
4 / 4
U
Card Text
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Flying
These spirits of the air are winsome and wild, and cannot be truly contained. Only marginally intelligent, they often substitute whimsy for strategy, delighting in mischief and mayhem.