The 141st card from the 1997 Visions expansion, Anvil of Bogardan is a two-mana artifact that alters hand size rules.
Anvil of Bogardan
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Visions
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Released in 1997 as card number 141 in the Visions expansion, Anvil of Bogardan is a two-mana artifact from Magic: The Gathering. Designed by Roger Raupp, this piece fundamentally shifts game dynamics by removing the maximum hand size limit. Instead of forcing players to discard cards at the end of turns, it allows them to hold as many cards as they wish. The card also introduces a continuous draw-discard cycle, requiring each player to draw an extra card during their draw step and then immediately discard one. This mechanic makes it a unique engine for resource management. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards often seek out cards from the Visions series for their distinct design language and gameplay impact. Adding Anvil of Bogardan to your collection provides a tangible link to this pivotal era of the game's history. It remains a notable artifact for enthusiasts studying the evolution of card design and strategic depth in the early years of the franchise.
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Anvil of Bogardan
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Magic: The Gathering
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Roger Raupp
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English
{2}
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Players have no maximum hand size. At the beginning of each player's draw step, that player draws an additional card, then discards a card.
