The 2002 Magic: The Gathering card Genesis (rl117) from the World Championship Decks series, designed by Mark Zug.
Genesis
2002 • Magic: The Gathering • World Championship Decks
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Released in 2002 as part of the World Championship Decks series, the Genesis card (rl117) holds a distinct place in Magic: The Gathering collecting history. This Rare creature, classified as an Incarnation, features artwork by Mark Zug and carries the set code WC02. Collectors often seek this card for its unique mechanical ability, which allows players to return a creature card from their graveyard to their hand by paying mana during their upkeep, provided the card is already in the graveyard. The card’s five mana cost and four-four power/toughness make it a significant presence in gameplay, appealing to those who appreciate strategic depth alongside nostalgic value. For enthusiasts of the World Championship Decks line, this card number represents a key component of the era’s design philosophy. Whether you are building a themed collection or focusing on specific creature types, the Genesis card offers a tangible connection to early 2000s trading card game evolution. Its enduring appeal lies in both its functional role within the game and its status as a piece of Magic history.
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Genesis
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Mark Zug
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English
{4}{G}
Creature — Incarnation
4 / 4
G
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At the beginning of your upkeep, if this creature is in your graveyard, you may pay {2}{G}. If you do, return target creature card from your graveyard to your hand.
"First through the Riftstone was Genesis—and the world was lifeless no more." —*Scroll of Beginnings*