# 1999 Magic: The Gathering Starter #42

> This 1999 Magic: The Gathering Starter set card features the blue Merfolk creature Merfolk of the Pearl Trident. Catalog number 42 in the S99 release.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 1999
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Starter
- **Card number**: #42
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Released in 1999 as part of the Magic: The Gathering Starter set, Merfolk of the Pearl Trident is a foundational blue creature card for new players and vintage collectors alike. Identified as card number 42 in the S99 set, this common rarity card introduces the Merfolk subtype to the game's early ecosystem. As a one-mana cost 1/1 creature, it serves as an accessible entry point into blue mana strategies, allowing players to establish board presence efficiently during the early turns of a match. For collectors, this product represents a tangible piece of Magic history, offering a nostalgic look at the game's introductory materials. Whether you are completing a Starter set collection or adding a classic creature to your library, this card holds significant appeal for enthusiasts of the format's foundational era.

## FAQ

### What type of card is Merfolk of the Pearl Trident?

Merfolk of the Pearl Trident is a Creature — Merfolk card from the 1999 Magic: The Gathering Starter set. It has a mana cost of one blue mana and is a 1/1 power and toughness creature.

### Who illustrated the Merfolk of the Pearl Trident card?

The artwork for this card was created by DiTerlizzi for the 1999 S99 release.

### Is this card part of a specific subset?

No, this card is a base set card from the Magic: The Gathering Starter set, identified by the set code S99 and card number 42.

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