The 2000 World Championship Decks release of Ashnod's Altar is a sought-after artifact card for Magic: The Gathering collectors and strategy enthusiasts.
Ashnod's Altar
2000 • Magic: The Gathering • World Championship Decks
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Released in 2000, the World Championship Decks series offered players a curated collection of competitive Magic: The Gathering cards. This release includes the artifact card Ashnod's Altar, identified by the card number nl274 within the WC00 set. As an uncommon artifact, it provides a consistent resource generation option for decks built around sacrificing creatures. Ashnod's Altar has long been a staple in Magic strategy due to its ability to produce colorless mana by sacrificing a creature. This mechanic makes it a valuable inclusion in decks focused on creature sacrifice themes or those needing rapid mana acceleration. The card's design and functionality have made it a recognizable name among Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts for over two decades. Collectors often seek out cards from the World Championship Decks series for their historical significance in the game's evolution. This release captures a specific era of Magic strategy, offering a tangible connection to the competitive scene of the early 2000s. For many, owning a card from this set is a way to preserve the legacy of iconic artifacts like Ashnod's Altar. Whether you are looking to complete a set of World Championship Decks or add a classic artifact to your collection, this card represents a significant part of Magic's rich lore and gameplay depth. The enduring appeal of Ashnod's Altar ensures its place in the minds of both new and veteran players alike.
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Card Details
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Ashnod's Altar
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Anson Maddocks
Card Stock
English
{3}
Artifact
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Sacrifice a creature: Add {C}{C}.
The Brothers' War scarred the land, but Ashnod left her mark in the bloodlines of those she tortured.




















