This 1999 Magic: The Gathering card from the Urza's Legacy set features the powerful Artifact Creature Golem, Beast of Burden. Card number 122, it is a rare staple for fans of the Urza block.
Beast of Burden
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Legacy
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Beast of Burden, card number 122, is a defining piece of the 1999 Magic: The Gathering Urza's Legacy expansion. Illustrated by Ron Spears, this rare Artifact Creature — Golem captures the industrial fantasy aesthetic that defined the Urza block. The card's mana cost of six makes it a significant investment, but its impact on the battlefield is proportional to the state of play. Its power and toughness are each determined by the total number of creatures on the battlefield, allowing it to grow into a formidable presence during long games. This scaling mechanic makes Beast of Burden a dynamic choice for collectors who appreciate strategic depth in their vintage cards. The Urza's Legacy set remains a cornerstone for Magic: The Gathering history, and Beast of Burden stands out as a memorable artifact with a distinct rules interaction. Collectors value this card not only for its rarity but also for its unique ability to shift in strength based on game conditions. Whether you are completing the Urza's Legacy set or adding powerful artifacts to your vintage portfolio, this card offers a compelling blend of lore and mechanics. The flavor text hints at the creator's curiosity about the nature of machines, adding narrative weight to this mechanical powerhouse. For investors and hobbyists alike, Beast of Burden represents a tangible piece of Magic's rich legacy from the late 1990s.
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Beast of Burden
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Ron Spears
Card Stock
English
{6}
Artifact Creature — Golem
* / *
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Beast of Burden's power and toughness are each equal to the number of creatures on the battlefield.
"If it is meant to be nothing but a machine," Karn finally asked Jhoira, "why did Urza build it to be like me?"