Description: I unwrapped this Collectors Pro Binder myself, just a few months ago so it is in great condition and functions perfectly, with no tears or cracks. I did notice that the 3 binder clips did dig into the plastic of the binder, which makes sense, given that the factory sealed binder is decades old. I've also included the collector's sheets, showing all the cards in the collection, Contact Sheet style. The cards are mostly NM, with roughly 20% of the cards purchased in Lightly Played (LP) condition in order to complete the entire set! I'm proud of this one and I stand by my 100% rating. Priority Shipping, with insurance, is to be paid by me. Set Details:The set contains 350 cards (110 commons, 110 uncommons, 110 rares, 20 basic lands). This expansion introduced 5th edition rules which was later released in March 1997. Mirage's expansion symbol is a palm tree, to symbolize the tropical aspects of Jamuraa.Mirage non-basic lands have a dull green text box, which it shares with Visions non-monocolor lands.Design & developmentThe development of Mirage began with a group of playtesters who independently created their own cards and mixed them in with the Alpha cards from 1992 through 1995. The set, which they initially called "the Menagerie", evolved over the years until it was finalized in October 1995. Mirage was one of the first sets that was developed for Sealed Deck play.MarketingMirage was released on November 1, 1996. The print run is estimated at 400 million cards. Each booster box contained 36 sealed packs, and each pack contained 15 cards (11 commons, 3 uncommons, 1 rare). Each starter deck box contained 12 sealed decks, and each deck contained 60 cards (26 commons, 9 uncommons, 3 rares, 22 land) and a rule book. Mirage had two significant different printings: one dark print with a rough finish, and one light print with a smooth finish. The dark Mirage was printed in US, the light one in Belgium at Carta Mundi.This expansion began the first official blockset with one large expansion being followed by two smaller expansions all tied together through card mechanics and setting. This model became the standard for the concept of "block rotation". Mirage introduced some changes to make the cards easier to read (including a slightly expanded text box and border, more visible power/toughness numbers) and reminder text.Mechanics and themesMirage introduces the mechanics Flanking (a combat ability that gives blockers -1/-1 until end of turn) and Phasing (a confusing 'removed from play/Phased out' ability). Flanking was frequently used to make 2/2 creatures for three mana worthwhile. Phasing was most often used as a drawback in this set, but it is now infamous for the complex rulings it inspired, especially when combined with enters-the-battlefield abilities that started appearing on many creatures in Visions.
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
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Set: Mirage
Features: 1st Edition
Manufacturer: Wizards of the Coast
Game: Magic: The Gathering
