The Winter Orb, card number 276 from the 1993 Limited Edition Beta set of Magic: The Gathering. A foundational artifact card for vintage collectors.
Winter Orb
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Beta
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Released in 1993 as card number 276 in the Limited Edition Beta set, the Winter Orb stands as a pivotal artifact within the early history of Magic: The Gathering. This card plays a critical role in controlling the game's tempo by restricting how many lands players can untap during their turns, provided the artifact remains untapped itself. As one of the foundational pieces of the Limited Edition Beta expansion, it holds significant nostalgic value for veterans of the trading card game who remember the era when competitive play was just beginning to take shape. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Limited Edition Beta checklist or to acquire a piece of gaming history that defined early strategic gameplay. For investors and hobbyists alike, owning a copy of this Winter Orb offers a tangible connection to the origins of the franchise. Whether you are building a vintage portfolio or simply appreciate the strategic depth of early card designs, this release remains a cornerstone for any serious Magic: The Gathering collection.
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Winter Orb
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Magic: The Gathering
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Mark Tedin
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English
{2}
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As long as this artifact is untapped, players can't untap more than one land during their untap steps.