Corrosion

Description

Corrosion, card number 128 from the 1997 Visions expansion, stands as one of the most mechanically complex enchantments in early Magic: The Gathering history. Designed by artist Michael Danza, this Rare card challenges players to manage a cumulative upkeep cost of one black and one red mana. As counters accumulate, the strategic decision to pay or sacrifice the enchantment becomes a pivotal moment in the game. Beyond its upkeep burden, Corrosion offers significant disruption against artifact-heavy strategies. At the start of your upkeep, you place rust counters on each artifact an opponent controls, eventually destroying those with low mana values. These destroyed artifacts cannot be regenerated, providing a lasting impact on the board state. When the enchantment eventually leaves play, it cleanses all permanents of rust counters, demonstrating a balanced design that rewards patience and timing. Collectors often seek out Corrosion for its intricate rules text and its role in the unique visual style of the Visions set. The card’s black and red color identity makes it a staple for decks focused on destroying opponent resources. Whether you are building a thematic deck or adding to a comprehensive collection of vintage Magic cards, this release represents a fascinating piece of TCG history.