# Oubliette (Arabian Nights) Oubliette represents a pivotal moment in Magic's design history as one of the earliest creature removal spells with a unique mechanical identity. Collectors value this common highly because Arabian Nights itself remains scarce and desirable, making even common-rarity cards from the set meaningful acquisitions. The card's straightforward exile effect was revolutionary for its time, offering permanent creature removal when such options were limited. Collectors typically seek well-preserved copies since the set's age means finding clean examples requires patience. The nonfoil-only status reflects the era before premium printing options existed, making condition and centering particularly important to serious collectors building comprehensive Arabian Nights collections.