Rune of Protection: Lands (USG #39) from Magic: The Gathering's 1998 Urza's Saga expansion, featuring Scott M. Fischer's artwork.
Rune of Protection: Lands
1998 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Saga
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Released in 1998, Rune of Protection: Lands is card number 39 from the Urza's Saga set in Magic: The Gathering. This white enchantment allows players to prevent damage from a chosen land source, a staple defensive tool during the late 1990s era of the game. Designed by Scott M. Fischer, the card is classified as a Rare in the Urza's Saga expansion, marked by the USG set code. Collectors often seek this card for its historical significance within the Urza block, which defined much of the early competitive landscape. The card’s Cycling ability adds strategic depth, enabling players to discard it for a new card draw at a cost of two mana. For enthusiasts of Magic: The Gathering trading card game history, this piece represents a key component of the Urza's Saga collection. Its enduring presence in gameplay discussions makes it a noteworthy item for those documenting the evolution of card design and mechanics. Whether building a comprehensive set or focusing on iconic cards from this pivotal release, Rune of Protection: Lands remains a fundamental part of the Urza's Saga narrative.
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Rune of Protection: Lands
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Magic: The Gathering
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Scott M. Fischer
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English
{1}{W}
Enchantment
W
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{W}: The next time a land source of your choice would deal damage to you this turn, prevent that damage. Cycling {2} ({2}, Discard this card: Draw a card.)