Siren's Call, card number 78 from the foundational 1993 Limited Edition Beta set of Magic: The Gathering.
Siren's Call
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Beta
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Siren's Call, designated as card number 78, holds a distinct place within the Limited Edition Beta set released in 1993. As a foundational product in the history of Magic: The Gathering, this release established the visual and mechanical language that defines the franchise today. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Limited Edition Beta set, given its status as one of the original black-bordered staples. Functionally, Siren's Call operates as an Instant spell with a mana cost of one blue mana. Its strategic value lies in its ability to disrupt opponents during their turn, forcing creatures to attack or facing destruction if they do not. This mechanical interaction makes it a memorable piece for players who appreciate the early design philosophy of the game. For investors and historians of the hobby, items from Limited Edition Beta represent the genesis of modern trading card collecting. The card's rarity is listed as Uncommon, yet its historical significance often drives demand among serious enthusiasts. Whether you are building a collection focused on the earliest expansions or simply appreciate the artistry of Anson Maddocks, Siren's Call offers a tangible connection to the sport's origins.
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Siren's Call
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Anson Maddocks
Card Stock
English
{U}
Instant
U
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Cast this spell only during an opponent's turn, before attackers are declared. Creatures the active player controls attack this turn if able. At the beginning of the next end step, destroy all non-Wall creatures that player controls that didn't attack this turn. Ignore this effect for each creature the player didn't control continuously since the beginning of the turn.