The 1993 Unlimited Edition Cyclopean Tomb (Card #241) is a Rare artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering second printing. Designed by Anson Maddocks, this card is a staple for collectors seeking vintage TCG history.
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Unlimited Edition
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Released in 1993 as part of the Unlimited Edition, the Cyclopean Tomb stands as a significant artifact within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Identified by card number 241 in the set, this Rare card was illustrated by Anson Maddocks and features a mana cost of four. For collectors of vintage TCG cards, the Unlimited Edition holds a special place in history as the second printing of the game, expanding the availability of classic cards while maintaining the original design integrity. This card is highly sought after for its unique gameplay mechanics and historical value. The Cyclopean Tomb functions as a powerful land-acceleration artifact. Its primary ability allows a player to activate it for two mana and tap it, placing a mire counter on a target non-Swamp land, transforming that land into a Swamp for as long as the counter remains. This activation is restricted to the controller's upkeep phase, adding a strategic layer to resource management. The card's secondary ability is equally distinctive: when the artifact is put into a graveyard from the battlefield, it triggers a lasting effect. At the beginning of each of the player's upkeeps for the remainder of the game, they must remove all mire counters from lands that were previously affected by this artifact, provided they haven't already been removed by this same effect. This creates a persistent legacy that influences land bases long after the card itself is no longer in play. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often look for cards like the Cyclopean Tomb to complete their Unlimited Edition collections. The card's black border and specific layout are characteristic of the 1993 printing, making it a recognizable piece for enthusiasts of the game's early years. Whether you are building a vintage collection, investing in TCG history, or simply appreciate the intricate mechanics of early Magic designs, this card offers a tangible connection to the game's foundational era. The combination of its Rare status, iconic artwork, and strategic utility makes it a noteworthy addition to any serious collection.
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Cyclopean Tomb
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Anson Maddocks
Card Stock
English
{4}
Artifact
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{2}, {T}: Put a mire counter on target non-Swamp land. That land is a Swamp for as long as it has a mire counter on it. Activate only during your upkeep. When this artifact is put into a graveyard from the battlefield, at the beginning of each of your upkeeps for the rest of the game, remove all mire counters from a land that a mire counter was put onto with this artifact but that a mire counter has not been removed from with this artifact.
