Spectral Bears from the 1996 Pro Tour Collector Set, an uncommon creature card essential for completing this historic Magic: The Gathering release.
Spectral Bears
1996 • Magic: The Gathering • Pro Tour Collector Set
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Spectral Bears, identified as card pp98, originates from the 1996 Pro Tour Collector Set, a pivotal release in Magic: The Gathering history. This uncommon creature card introduces a Bear Spirit with a mana cost of {1}{G}, offering strategic depth for decks focused on green mana acceleration. The card’s unique ability prevents the defending player’s permanents from untapping if they control no black nontoken permanents, adding a layer of tactical complexity to early gameplay. Designed by Pat Lewis, the card remains a notable artifact for fans of the game’s foundational era. The product represents a tangible connection to the competitive roots of Magic, appealing to those who appreciate the evolution of card design and mechanics. Whether you are a seasoned investor or a new enthusiast, adding this card to your collection provides insight into the strategic innovations that defined the mid-90s TCG landscape.
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Spectral Bears
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Pat Lewis
Card Stock
English
{1}{G}
Creature — Bear Spirit
3 / 3
G
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Whenever this creature attacks, if defending player controls no black nontoken permanents, it doesn't untap during your next untap step.
"I hear there are Bears—or spirits—that guard caravans passing through the forest." —Gulsen, Abbey Matron