Raise Dead

# Raise Dead (Limited Edition Beta) Raise Dead represents early Magic's straightforward approach to black magic. As a common from Beta, it exemplifies the set's core design philosophy: simple, efficient effects without the complexity that would later define the game. Collectors value Beta commons for their historical significance as foundational Magic cards, even when mechanically modest. This particular card matters because it's a functional reprint that appeared across multiple early sets, making Beta's version a baseline reference point. Collectors typically view Beta commons through the lens of set completion rather than individual card prestige. The nonfoil status is standard for the era—foils didn't exist until Urza's Legacy in 1999. Condition and centering variations matter more for commons than rarity, as even small print defects become visible at common frequency.