Marsh Gas is a black Instant card from the 1994 Dark expansion, numbered 48 in the base set. It targets all creatures on the battlefield, making it a staple of early Magic: The Gathering strategy.
Marsh Gas
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • The Dark
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Released in 1994 as part of the Dark expansion, Marsh Gas is a foundational black Instant in Magic: The Gathering. Numbered 48 in the set, this card allows players to weaken all opposing creatures by reducing their power by two until the end of the turn. For collectors, this card represents a pivotal moment in TCG history. As one of the earliest cards to offer board-wide control, it illustrates the evolving mechanics of the game. Completing a set of The Dark requires this card number, making it a necessary piece for serious set builders. Collectors often seek out copies of Marsh Gas to complete their Dark collection or to appreciate the early design language of Magic: The Gathering. The card's straightforward yet powerful effect has made it a recognizable name among vintage TCG enthusiasts. Whether you are building a vintage deck or curating a historical collection, this card offers a direct link to the game's foundational years.
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Marsh Gas
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Douglas Shuler
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English
{B}
Instant
B
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All creatures get -2/-0 until end of turn.
"Comes right outta th' ground. If ya can smell it, it's too late." —Keevy Bogsbury