The Arena foil is a special-treatment land card from the 2006 Time Spiral expansion, featuring the Timeshifted subset's distinct design and powerful tap ability.
Arena
2006 • Magic: The Gathering • Time Spiral • Timeshifted
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The Arena card, numbered 117 in the Timeshifted subset, offers Magic: The Gathering players a unique strategic option through its ability to force two controlled creatures to fight each other. Released in 2006 as part of the Time Spiral expansion, this card is distinguished by its Special foil treatment, which adds a shimmering finish to the card's layout. Designed by Rob Alexander, the card represents a key piece of the Timeshifted mechanic, bringing older game concepts into the modern format with a fresh visual style. For collectors, the Timeshifted cards are particularly notable because they feature updated art and text boxes that align with the Time Spiral era's aesthetic, making them highly desirable for set completionists. The card's low mana cost of zero and its versatile land type make it a functional addition to many decks, while its foil variant elevates its status among enthusiasts who value both gameplay utility and visual appeal. Building a collection around the Time Spiral era often involves securing these special treatments, as they capture the nostalgia and innovation that defined Magic: The Gathering in the mid-2000s. Whether you are interested in the strategic depth of the card's effect or the collectibility of the Timeshifted subset, this product represents a significant entry for any serious Magic: The Gathering enthusiast.
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Featured
Arena
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Special
Rob Alexander
Card Stock
English
Foil
Land
Card Text
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{3}, {T}: Tap target creature you control and target creature of an opponent's choice they control. Those creatures fight each other. (Each deals damage equal to its power to the other.)