What does the Plains card do in Magic: The Gathering?

The Plains is a Basic Land card that produces one white mana when tapped. This resource is required to cast white spells and activate abilities in the game.

Is the Portal Second Age set suitable for new collectors?

Yes, Portal Second Age was specifically designed to introduce new players to the game with simplified rules and clear card functions, making it a great entry point for collectors.

Who illustrated the Plains card in Portal Second Age?

The Plains card from the 1998 Portal Second Age set was illustrated by Fred Fields, whose work helped define the visual style of the Portal series.

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The Plains basic land card from the 1998 Magic: The Gathering Portal Second Age set, serving as a core white mana source for gameplay and collecting.

Plains

1998 • Magic: The Gathering • Portal Second Age

1998 Magic: The Gathering Portal Second Age

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $2.92

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Condition	Value	Source	Trend	Price Details
	$2.92As of 9/29/2026Sep 30, 2026	Guide Estimate	0%
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $2.92, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Sep 30, 2026 Guide Estimate: $2.92. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $2.92 to $2.92 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 17, 2026 and Sep 30, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Sep 30, 2026

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $2.92, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Sep 30, 2026
Guide Estimate: $2.92. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $2.92 to $2.92 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 17, 2026 and Sep 30, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Sep 30, 2026

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Description

Numbered 153 in the 1998 Portal Second Age expansion, the Plains card is a Basic Land that provides a consistent source of white mana for players. As a foundational element of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this card allows players to cast white spells by tapping it for one white mana symbol. The Portal Second Age set was designed to introduce new players to the game through simplified mechanics, making cards like this essential for building functional decks during that era. Illustrated by Fred Fields, the card carries the P02 set code and is categorized as a Common rarity. Its straightforward design reflects the educational intent of the Portal series, focusing on clarity and ease of understanding for newcomers to the hobby. Collectors often seek out cards from this set to complete their Portal Second Age collection or to appreciate the evolution of Magic: The Gathering design philosophy. Whether you are a seasoned collector looking to fill gaps in your set or a new enthusiast exploring the roots of the game, the Plains card from Portal Second Age represents an important piece of TCG history. Its enduring utility in gameplay and its role in the Portal series make it a noteworthy addition to any Magic: The Gathering archive.

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