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This 1999 Urza's Destiny foil card features Urza's Incubator, a strategic artifact that reduces casting costs for a specific creature type.

Urza's Incubator

1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Destiny

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Product Overview

Description

Released in 1999 as part of the Urza's Destiny expansion, Urza's Incubator is a notable artifact card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Carrying the card number 142 and designated as a rare, this foil print is highly regarded by collectors for its distinct metallic finish and strategic gameplay utility. The card features artwork by Pete Venters, adding to its visual appeal within the Urza's Destiny series. From a gameplay perspective, Urza's Incubator offers significant versatility. As an artifact with a mana cost of three, it allows players to choose a creature type upon entering the battlefield. Once selected, creature spells of that chosen type cost two less to cast. This ability makes it a powerful tool for deck builders looking to accelerate their strategies or support specific creature archetypes, whether in casual play or competitive formats. The flavor text, attributed to Rayne, Academy Chancellor, adds narrative depth, reminding Urza to think like a father rather than just an artificer. For collectors, the foil treatment of Urza's Incubator enhances its desirability. The reflective surface not only distinguishes it from the non-foil versions but also preserves the artistic integrity of Pete Venters' design. As a key component of the Urza's Destiny set, this card is essential for enthusiasts looking to complete their collection or those who appreciate the intricate mechanics introduced during this era of Magic: The Gathering. Whether you are building a deck around creature synergies or simply admire the card's design, Urza's Incubator remains a standout piece in the Magic: The Gathering canon.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

1999

Series

Urza's Destiny

Card Number

#142

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Pete Venters

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{3}

Type

Artifact

Card Text

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As this artifact enters, choose a creature type. Creature spells of the chosen type cost {2} less to cast.

"Stop thinking like an artificer, Urza, and start thinking like a father!" —Rayne, Academy Chancellor

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FAQ

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What does Urza's Incubator do in Magic: The Gathering?

Urza's Incubator is an artifact that allows you to choose a creature type when it enters the battlefield. Creature spells of that chosen type then cost {2} less to cast.

Who illustrated Urza's Incubator?

The card features artwork by Pete Venters, who is well-known for his contributions to the Magic: The Gathering card game during the late 1990s.

Is Urza's Incubator a rare card?

Yes, Urza's Incubator is classified as a rare card, indicated by the black symbol on the card. It was printed in both regular and foil variants within the Urza's Destiny set.

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