The history and mechanics of the Armageddon Clock foil card from Magic: The Gathering's 2011 Masters Edition IV set.
Armageddon Clock
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition IV
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The Armageddon Clock card, designated as number 180 in Magic: The Gathering's Masters Edition IV, stands as a distinctive artifact within the 2011 expansion. Designed with a rare foil treatment, this card captures the strategic depth that defines the Masters series. The artwork by Amy Weber provides a striking visual anchor for this high-cost artifact, making it a notable piece for enthusiasts of the game's complex mechanics. As a six-mana artifact, the Armageddon Clock introduces a unique risk-reward dynamic to gameplay. It accumulates doom counters each upkeep, eventually dealing damage to all players equal to its counter count. This mechanism forces opponents to make difficult decisions: remove the threat by paying mana or risk catastrophic board wipes. Collectors value this card not just for its foil finish, but for its pivotal role in fast-paced formats where timing and resource management are critical. For those building collections centered on Magic: The Gathering trading card game history, the Masters Edition IV release offers a curated experience of powerful cards from past sets. The foil variant of the Armageddon Clock is particularly sought after for its aesthetic appeal and mechanical significance. Whether you are looking to complete a set or add a powerful artifact to your library, this card represents a key component of the series. Its enduring popularity among players and collectors alike highlights the timeless design of The catalog offerings for TCG enthusiasts.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Armageddon Clock
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Amy Weber
Card Stock
English
Foil
{6}
Artifact
Card Text
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At the beginning of your upkeep, put a doom counter on this artifact. At the beginning of your draw step, this artifact deals damage equal to the number of doom counters on it to each player. {4}: Remove a doom counter from this artifact. Any player may activate this ability but only during any upkeep step.
