The 1997 Magic: The Gathering World Championship Decks Contagion card, catalog number js45. This black Instant is a key piece for completing the WC97 set.
Contagion
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • World Championship Decks
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The 1997 Magic: The Gathering World Championship Decks release offers a unique glimpse into the early competitive landscape of the trading card game. This product, known by card number js45, features the powerful black Instant spell Contagion. Designed by Mike Raabe, the card bears the WC97 set code, identifying it as part of the exclusive World Championship Decks series rather than a standard expansion. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out cards from this era for their historical significance and distinct design language. The Contagion card allows players to pay life and exile a black card from hand as an alternative cost, providing a strategic advantage in late-game scenarios. Its five mana value and black color identity make it a formidable tool for decks built around black mana. Whether you are building a collection of World Championship Decks or focusing on high-impact spells from the game's first year, this card represents a tangible piece of TCG history. The WC97 series remains a focal point for historians and players interested in the evolution of Magic gameplay and card design.
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Contagion
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Mike Raabe
Card Stock
English
{3}{B}{B}
Instant
B
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You may pay 1 life and exile a black card from your hand rather than pay this spell's mana cost. Distribute two -2/-1 counters among one or two target creatures.