The 2011 Magic: The Gathering New Phyrexia card Omen Machine. This rare artifact card (NPH 148) reshapes gameplay by exiling cards rather than drawing them.
Omen Machine
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • New Phyrexia
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The Omen Machine card, designated as number 148 in the 2011 New Phyrexia set, stands as a defining artifact in Magic: The Gathering history. Released under the set code NPH, this rare card fundamentally alters the standard rhythm of the game by replacing the traditional draw step with a more volatile exile mechanic. Designed by artist David Rapoza, the card carries the weight of its era, representing a shift in how players interact with their libraries during the New Phyrexia storyline. As a six-mana artifact, the Omen Machine serves as a pivotal board presence for collectors who appreciate complex card interactions. Its rules text forces players to exile the top card of their library during their draw step. If that exiled card is a land, it enters the battlefield directly; otherwise, the player may cast it without paying its mana cost. This unique ability creates high-impact moments that are highly sought after by TCG enthusiasts and competitive players alike. Collecting cards from the New Phyrexia expansion offers a glimpse into a distinct period of Magic: The Gathering lore and design. The Omen Machine is particularly notable for its ability to generate value while simultaneously disrupting opponents' strategies. For investors and hobbyists, cards from this set hold significant nostalgic and mechanical value. Whether you are building a complete set of New Phyrexia cards or focusing on powerful artifacts, the Omen Machine remains a cornerstone of the format.
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Omen Machine
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Magic: The Gathering
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David Rapoza
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English
{6}
Artifact
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Players can't draw cards. At the beginning of each player's draw step, that player exiles the top card of their library. If it's a land card, the player puts it onto the battlefield. Otherwise, the player casts it without paying its mana cost if able.
