The 1997 Weatherlight expansion release of Tariff (#28), a Rare White Sorcery from Magic: The Gathering featuring art by Kev Walker.
Tariff
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Weatherlight
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Released in 1997 as card number 28 in the Weatherlight set, Tariff is a Rare White Sorcery that captures a pivotal moment in Magic: The Gathering history. Designed by Kev Walker, this card offers a unique strategic challenge where players must sacrifice their highest mana value creature unless they pay its specific cost. As a foundational piece of the Coldsnap-adjacent Weatherlight era, it remains a favorite among collectors who appreciate the distinct mechanical identity of early format design. The card’s white mana alignment and sorcery speed make it a recognizable staple for those studying the evolution of game balance and resource management in the TCG. Integrating this card into a collection adds depth to any Weatherlight-themed display, highlighting the creative risk-taking that defined the late 90s expansion cycle. Whether you are a historian of the game or a dedicated set builder, Tariff represents a significant artifact of the platform's legacy.
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Tariff
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Kev Walker
Card Stock
English
{1}{W}
Sorcery
W
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Each player sacrifices the creature they control with the greatest mana value unless they pay that creature's mana cost. If two or more creatures a player controls are tied for greatest, that player chooses one.