The 1999 Magic: The Gathering card Martyr's Cause (URZA'S LEGACY #13) is a white uncommon enchantment that provides strategic damage prevention through creature sacrifice.
Martyr's Cause
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Legacy
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Martyr's Cause, numbered 13 in the 1999 Urza's Legacy expansion, is a foundational white enchantment card for Magic: The Gathering collectors. Designed with a mana cost of {2}{W} and a mana value of 3, this uncommon card plays a vital role in defensive strategies by allowing players to sacrifice a creature to prevent damage from a chosen source for the turn. The card's design reflects the early aesthetic of Magic's third core set, establishing a clear visual identity that distinguishes it from later expansions. As a white mana card, it appeals to collectors who focus on color-specific sets or the broader Urza's Saga block, which defined the game's early strategic landscape. Collectors often seek out cards from Urza's Legacy due to their historical significance in shaping the competitive environment of the late 1990s. Martyr's Cause remains a recognizable name among players who appreciate the resource management mechanics introduced during this period. Its status as an uncommon card makes it accessible for set completion while still holding interest for those who track the evolution of white mana spells. Whether you are building a comprehensive collection of Magic: The Gathering cards or focusing on specific sets like Urza's Legacy, this card represents an important chapter in the game's development. The straightforward rules text and reliable functionality make it a staple for understanding the game's early design philosophy. For investors and hobbyists alike, cards from this era offer a tangible connection to the hobby's growth and the strategic innovations that continue to influence modern play.
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Martyr's Cause
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Jeff Laubenstein
Card Stock
English
{2}{W}
Enchantment
W
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Sacrifice a creature: The next time a source of your choice would deal damage to any target this turn, prevent that damage.
Dying is a soldier's talent.







