Catalog entry for the Rare Coastal Wizard trading card from the 1998 Portal Second Age expansion, featuring a unique tactical ability for Magic: The Gathering players.
Coastal Wizard
1998 • Magic: The Gathering • Portal Second Age
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Coastal Wizard, designated as card number 34 in the Portal Second Age expansion, holds a distinct place in Magic: The Gathering history for its straightforward yet impactful design. Released in 1998, this Rare creature embodies the accessible gameplay philosophy that defined the Portal series, making complex strategic concepts approachable for new players while retaining depth for veterans. As a Human Wizard with a mana cost of {2}{U}{U}, it offers a versatile tactical option that challenges opponents to manage their board state carefully. The card’s primary ability allows the controller to return this creature and another target creature to their owners’ hands, activated only during the controller’s turn before attackers are declared. This mechanic encourages strategic timing and resource management, key elements for those studying the evolution of game design in the late 1990s. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Portal Second Age set or to appreciate its role in the broader narrative of Magic’s accessibility initiatives. Beard, Jr. And the enduring appeal of Blue mana strategies.
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Coastal Wizard
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Edward P. Beard, Jr.
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}{U}
Creature — Human Wizard
1 / 1
U
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{T}: Return this creature and another target creature to their owners' hands. Activate only during your turn, before attackers are declared.