The 2002 Magic: The Gathering Onslaught foil Chain of Acid (#252) is a sought-after uncommon sorcery for collectors building vintage sets.
Chain of Acid
2002 • Magic: The Gathering • Onslaught
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Released in 2002 as part of the Onslaught block, Chain of Acid is a green sorcery card that has become a staple for vintage Magic: The Gathering collectors. Identified as card number 252 in the standard set, this foil version features a distinctive shimmering finish that distinguishes it from common printings. The card allows players to destroy a target noncreature permanent, with the option for that permanent's controller to copy the spell and select a new target, adding a layer of strategic depth to gameplay. For investors and hobbyists, this release represents a key piece of early 2000s TCG history. Collectors often seek out foil versions of uncommons like Chain of Acid to add variety and visual appeal to their vintage Magic: The Gathering archives. Whether you are looking to complete a set or add a unique foil piece to your collection, this card offers a tangible connection to a pivotal era in trading card game development.
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Chain of Acid
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Ron Spencer
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{G}
Sorcery
G
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Destroy target noncreature permanent. Then that permanent's controller may copy this spell and may choose a new target for that copy.
