# Detonate Detonate is an uncommon from Antiquities that represents early Magic's experimental approach to artifact interaction. The card's straightforward effect—destroying an artifact and dealing damage—made it a practical sideboard tool during an era when artifact-heavy decks dominated competitive play. Collectors value Detonate primarily as a piece of Antiquities' historical significance rather than for mechanical innovation. The set's second printing status means it carries less prestige than Alpha or Beta cards, yet it remains sought after by set completionists and those building Antiquities collections. The nonfoil-only availability is standard for the era, making condition and centering the main variables affecting collector interest. Its modest power level means it appeals to historians of the game's early metagame rather than competitive players.