Magic: the GatheringMagic the Gathering Reserved List

The Reserved List was the result of Magic card collectors protesting after a lot of their cards had been devalued with the release of Fourth Edition and Chronicles. The Reserved List, by law, says Wizards of the Coast will never reprint any cards on the list in order to preserve their value. The Reprint Policy featuring the Reserved List was first published by Wizards of the Coast on March 4, 1996, and was revised in 2002 and 2010.

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2rSedge TrollCreature - TrollLimited Edition Beta	Rare	173		$152996.98
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Magic the Gathering Reserved List

The History of Magic: The Gathering's Reserved List

Magic: The Gathering's Reserved List is a topic that has been at the center of controversy and fascination in the MTG community for decades. The Reserved List was created in response to card collectors' concerns after the release of Fourth Edition and Chronicles, which caused a significant devaluation of their prized cards.

One of the most notable aspects of the Reserved List is the legal battle that surrounded its creation. Wizards of the Coast, the company behind MTG, faced lawsuits from collectors who felt their investments were threatened by the mass reprints of cards in Chronicles. As a result, Wizards introduced the Reserved List in 1996, promising never to reprint any card on the list. This legal action marked a turning point in MTG's history and established the Reserved List as a binding agreement.

Despite its intended purpose of preserving card values, the Reserved List has been a source of controversy within the MTG community. Some players and collectors argue that it restricts deck diversity and makes certain formats inaccessible due to the prohibitively high cost of acquiring Reserved List cards. Others believe it upholds the value of collectible cards and protects the investments of long-time collectors.

Over the years, the cards on the Reserved List have become some of the most sought-after and valuable collectibles in the MTG world. Cards like the Black Lotus, Moxes, and dual lands from the Reserved List fetch exorbitant prices in the collector's market, with some cards reaching tens of thousands of dollars. The combination of rarity, historical significance, and gameplay power has cemented the Reserved List cards as iconic symbols of the game's rich history.

The Magic: The Gathering Reserved List is a subject that continues to spark debate and intrigue among players and collectors alike. Its origins in a legal battle, the ongoing controversy surrounding its existence, and the extraordinary value of the cards it contains all contribute to its status as a defining aspect of the MTG experience.