The history and mechanics of Gaea's Touch, card number 77 from the 1994 Magic: The Gathering The Dark expansion.
Gaea's Touch
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • The Dark
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Description
Gaea's Touch is a distinct green enchantment found in the 1994 Magic: The Gathering The Dark expansion, identified by the card number 77 and set code DRK. Designed by Mark Poole, this common card features a mana cost of two green mana and a mana value of two, making it a foundational piece for players interested in early Magic strategy. The card allows the owner to place a basic Forest onto the battlefield by paying green mana, or to sacrifice the enchantment itself to generate two green mana. This dual functionality highlights the resource management depth present in the game's earliest days. For those building a comprehensive Magic: The Gathering collection, Gaea's Touch represents a key component of the base set. Whether you are interested in the historical significance of the 1994 release or the mechanical design of early enchantments, this card provides a tangible connection to the game's evolution. Understanding the rules text and mana requirements helps collectors appreciate how resource generation was handled in the game's foundational years.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Gaea's Touch
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Mark Poole
Card Stock
English
{G}{G}
Enchantment
G
Card Text
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{0}: You may put a basic Forest card from your hand onto the battlefield. Activate only as a sorcery and only once each turn. Sacrifice this enchantment: Add {G}{G}.












