# Earthbind Earthbind is a straightforward common from Limited Edition Beta that exemplifies early Magic's simple enchantment design. The card prevents a creature from flying, a clean answer to an evasive threat in a format where flying was genuinely dangerous. Collectors value Beta commons primarily for set completion and nostalgia rather than individual card strength. Earthbind holds modest appeal compared to more iconic or powerful Beta commons. Its nonfoil status is standard for the era, as foils didn't exist until much later. Condition matters significantly for Beta cards generally, though Earthbind's common rarity means it's typically more affordable than rares or uncommons from the same set. It remains a legitimate piece of Magic's foundational cardpool.