Unearth, card #72 from the 1999 Urza's Legacy expansion in Magic: The Gathering.
Unearth
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Legacy
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Unearth is a foundational sorcery card from the Urza's Legacy expansion, released in 1999 by Wizards of the Coast. As the 72nd card in the set, it serves as a critical resource management tool for players who rely on recursion strategies. The card allows you to return a target creature card with mana value 3 or less from your graveyard directly to the battlefield, effectively negating the permanent loss of your units. This mechanic introduces a unique layer of tactical depth to the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. By bringing creatures back into play, Unearth enables players to execute complex combos or stabilize their board against aggressive opponents. The card also features a cycling ability, allowing players to discard it for a new card draw for just two mana. This dual functionality makes it a versatile addition to various deck archetypes, particularly those focused on resilience and repeated value. For collectors, Unearth represents a key piece of the early Urza's Saga block era, a period widely regarded as pivotal in shaping the competitive landscape of the game. The card is printed as a Common, making it accessible to new players while remaining a staple in the collections of seasoned enthusiasts. Its design and mechanics reflect the innovative spirit of the late 1990s TCG boom, where complex interactions and strategic planning became central to the hobby. Whether you are building a nostalgic collection or exploring the tactical history of Magic: The Gathering, Unearth offers a compelling look at how game design evolved during this iconic period. Its enduring presence in the game's history underscores its importance to the community of players and collectors who value the strategic ingenuity of the Urza's Legacy set.
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Unearth
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Don Hazeltine
Card Stock
English
{B}
Sorcery
B
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Return target creature card with mana value 3 or less from your graveyard to the battlefield. Cycling {2} ({2}, Discard this card: Draw a card.)














