The 2019 Mystery Booster Playtest release includes this rare Enchantment card, A Good Thing, numbered 86 in the CMB1 subset.
A Good Thing
2019 • Magic: The Gathering • Mystery Booster Playtest Cards 2019
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Released in 2019 as part of the Mystery Booster Playtest Cards series, card number 86, titled "A Good Thing," is a rare Enchantment that explores complex life-total mechanics within the Magic: The Gathering framework. Designed by Yoni Skolnik, this card features a mana cost of four generic mana plus one white and one black mana, reflecting its dual-color identity. The card's rules text allows it to resist destruction, exile, targeting, or sacrifice effects while offering a unique upkeep ability that doubles the controller's life total. However, this power comes with a significant risk: if the life total reaches 1,000 or more, the game ends immediately, creating a high-stakes dynamic for players and collectors alike. For enthusiasts of Magic: The Gathering, the Mystery Booster Playtest Cards represent a fascinating era of experimental design and testing. Collectors often seek out specific card numbers from this set to complete their personal archives or to study the evolution of game mechanics before they were finalized for public release. This Enchantment stands out due to its intricate balance between aggressive life gain and the potential for an instant loss condition. Whether you are building a specialized collection focused on rare rarities or exploring the history of experimental booster designs, this card offers a tangible connection to the creative process behind the game. The Mystery Booster Playtest Cards continue to be a valued component for serious collectors documenting the breadth of Magic's development history.
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A Good Thing
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Yoni Skolnik
Card Stock
English
{4}{W}{B}
Enchantment
B, W
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Spells and abilities you control can't destroy, exile, target, or cause you to sacrifice A Good Thing. At the beginning of your upkeep, double your life total. Then, if you have 1,000 or more life, you lose the game.