This product is the Engineered Explosives artifact from the 2013 Modern Masters expansion, identified by card number 204 and set code MMA. A staple piece for any Magic: The Gathering collector building out their library.
Engineered Explosives
2013 • Magic: The Gathering • Modern Masters
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Engineered Explosives, card number 204 from the 2013 Modern Masters set, remains a foundational artifact in Magic: The Gathering history. Designed by Lars Grant-West, this rare card introduces the sunburst mechanic, allowing players to determine its power by the number of mana colors paid during casting. The card's versatile ability to destroy nonland permanents based on its charge counters made it a flexible tool across various gameplay formats. For collectors focusing on the Modern Masters release, this card represents a key component of the set's identity. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Modern Masters collection or to appreciate the design evolution of classic artifacts. Whether you are building a thematic library or analyzing the strategic depth of artifact cards, this 2013 printing offers significant collector appeal. The card’s enduring popularity in the TCG community ensures its place as a recognizable and valuable piece for enthusiasts of Magic: The Gathering. Adding this card to your collection supports the broader appreciation of the game's rich history and mechanical innovation.
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Engineered Explosives
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Lars Grant-West
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English
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Sunburst (This artifact enters with a charge counter on it for each color of mana spent to cast it.) {2}, Sacrifice this artifact: Destroy each nonland permanent with mana value equal to the number of charge counters on this artifact.