The Balance card from the 1996 Pro Tour Collector Set, a pivotal release for Magic: The Gathering collectors and historians.
Balance
1996 • Magic: The Gathering • Pro Tour Collector Set
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The Balance card, designated as et6, originates from the 1996 Pro Tour Collector Set, a significant release in the history of Magic: The Gathering. As a white sorcery with a mana cost of one white mana, this card is renowned for its powerful board-sweeping effect. In gameplay, it forces each player to evaluate their land count, requiring them to keep only as many lands as the player with the fewest, while simultaneously discarding hands and sacrificing creatures to match that minimum threshold. This unique mechanic makes it a standout piece for collectors interested in the strategic depth of early Magic designs. The card features artwork by Mark Poole, adding to its appeal for those who appreciate the visual evolution of the game during its first year. For fans of the Pro Tour Collector Set, this rare card represents a tangible connection to the foundational era of the trading card game. It serves as an excellent addition for completists looking to document the diverse effects introduced in these early expansions. Whether you are a serious investor in TCG history or a casual collector, the Balance card offers a glimpse into the complex interactions that defined Magic: The Gathering. Its inclusion in the Pro Tour Collector Set highlights the importance of universal effects in shaping gameplay dynamics during this pivotal year.
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Balance
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Mark Poole
Card Stock
English
{1}{W}
Sorcery
W
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Each player chooses a number of lands they control equal to the number of lands controlled by the player who controls the fewest, then sacrifices the rest. Players discard cards and sacrifice creatures the same way.
