Wooden Sphere

Description

The Wooden Sphere, designated as card number 277, is a foundational artifact from Magic: The Gathering's Limited Edition Beta set, released in 1993. As one of the original cards in the game's history, it represents the early design philosophy where simple artifacts provided essential resource management and life total stability. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Limited Edition Beta checklist, a milestone for enthusiasts of the franchise's earliest days. Functionally, the card allows players to gain one life whenever a green spell is cast for the cost of one mana. This mechanic highlights the color pie's distinct identity, rewarding decks that focus on green mana development. For investors and historians of the trading card game, Limited Edition Beta cards hold significant cultural value as the genesis of a global phenomenon. Owning a copy of the Wooden Sphere connects you to the origins of competitive play and casual strategy alike. Whether you are building a vintage collection or studying the evolution of game mechanics, this card remains a key piece of Magic history.