The 1996 Magic: The Gathering Pro Tour Collector Set card An-Zerrin Ruins. This rare enchantment from the et48sb series is a key piece for vintage collectors.
An-Zerrin Ruins
1996 • Magic: The Gathering • Pro Tour Collector Set
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The An-Zerrin Ruins card from the 1996 Magic: The Gathering Pro Tour Collector Set offers a unique window into the game's early competitive history. Designed by Dennis Detwiller, this enchantment card is identified by the set code PTC and card number et48sb. As a member of the Pro Tour Collector Set, it represents a pivotal moment when Wizards of the Coast began releasing specialized products for top-tier tournament play. Collectors often seek this card for its historical significance within the Pro Tour era rather than just its gameplay utility. The card's mechanics allow players to choose a creature type that remains locked in place, creating strategic depth that defined early Magic strategies. For investors and hobbyists alike, the Pro Tour Collector Set remains a cornerstone of vintage Magic collecting. Completing a set or adding this artifact to a vintage collection requires attention to the card's rarity and historical context. Understanding the nuances of the 1996 release helps collectors appreciate the design choices that made the Pro Tour Collector Set distinct from standard expansions. This card serves as a tangible link to the foundational days of organized Magic tournaments.
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An-Zerrin Ruins
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Dennis Detwiller
Card Stock
English
{2}{R}{R}
Enchantment
R
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As this enchantment enters, choose a creature type. Creatures of the chosen type don't untap during their controllers' untap steps.
"The An-Zerrins have served me well, ever since I first killed them." —Baron Sengir