Vengeance

Description

The Vengeance card, numbered 29 in the Starter 1999 set (S99), serves as a fundamental white sorcery in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Released in 1999, this uncommon card provides a direct interaction option for players, allowing them to destroy a target tapped creature. Its mana cost of {3}{W} and mana value of 4 place it in the mid-game window where players typically seek to resolve key threats. The card's simplicity reflects the educational goals of the Starter 1999 product, which was designed to introduce new players to the game's core mechanics and rules. Andrew Robinson is credited as the artist for this iteration of the card. The flavor text, "Bitter as wormwood, sweet as mulled wine," offers a brief narrative glimpse into the card's thematic context without impacting gameplay. As part of the base S99 checklist, Vengeance remains a recognizable component for collectors interested in the early years of Magic: The Gathering. Completing a Starter 1999 collection often involves securing this card number. The card's straightforward effect makes it a reliable tool in early-game strategies, emphasizing control and board presence. The Vengeance card from the 1999 Magic: The Gathering Starter 1999 set is card number 29 in the Starter 1999 checklist.