What is the significance of the Tempest Plains card?

Released in 1997, this card is part of the Tempest block, which marked a major shift in Magic: The Gathering's design and structure. It serves as a fundamental white mana source, essential for players building decks from this era.

Who illustrated the Tempest Plains card?

The artwork for card number 334 in the Tempest set was created by Terese Nielsen, one of the most recognizable artists in the history of the game.

Is this card a basic land or a rare card?

This is a Basic Land card, which means it can be included in decks without restriction. It is not a rare or uncommon card, but rather a foundational component of the game's mechanics.

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The 1997 Tempest expansion introduced Plains as card number 334, serving as a fundamental white mana producer for early Magic: The Gathering gameplay.

Plains

1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Tempest

1997 Magic: The Gathering Tempest

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $0.45, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 16, 2026 Guide Estimate: $0.45. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.45 to $0.45 across 3 capture days. Change between Sep 17, 2026 and Oct 16, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 16, 2026

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Estimate: $0.45, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 16, 2026
Guide Estimate: $0.45. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.45 to $0.45 across 3 capture days. Change between Sep 17, 2026 and Oct 16, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 16, 2026

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Released in 1997 as part of the Tempest block, this Plains card (number 334) is a staple of early Magic: The Gathering history. As a Basic Land, it provides the essential white mana required to cast numerous spells in the game's earliest formats. The card was illustrated by Terese Nielsen, whose distinctive artwork helped define the visual identity of the Tempest era. For collectors, this release represents a critical piece of TCG evolution, marking the transition to the block structure that would influence the game for years. Completing a set of Tempest cards offers a tangible connection to this pivotal moment in trading card game history. Whether you are a long-time veteran or a new collector exploring the origins of Magic: The Gathering, this card is a key component for any serious collection. The straightforward rules text allows players to tap the card to add a single white mana, making it an indispensable resource in any deck. Its historical significance lies in its role as a building block for the strategic depth that Magic: The Gathering is known for today.

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