The 1999 Magic: The Gathering Starter Forest (Card #172) is a foundational basic land card essential for building decks in the classic Starter set.
Forest
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Starter
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As a Basic Land card, its primary function is to provide green mana, allowing players to cast spells that require the green color identity. The card features standard design elements typical of the era, with clean typography and the artist John Avon credited for the illustration. For collectors, the Starter set holds a unique place in Magic history as an introductory product, making individual cards from this release nostalgic and historically significant. While primarily a gameplay staple, the card's simplicity and iconic status make it a popular item for those looking to complete Starter set collections or acquire pieces of early Magic history. Whether you are building a vintage deck or expanding your library, this Forest represents a timeless element of the game's ecosystem.
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Featured Subject
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Forest
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
John Avon
Card Stock
English
Basic Land — Forest
Card Text
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({T}: Add {G}.)