# Ma Chao, Western Warrior Ma Chao represents Portal Three Kingdoms' attempt to bring Chinese historical figures into Magic's mechanics. As a rare from this notoriously limited print run, it holds significance primarily for set completion rather than constructed play. Collectors value it for historical context within Magic's portfolio, marking the game's brief exploration of non-Western mythology during the late 1990s. The card itself offers modest power for its cost, making it a curiosity rather than a sought-after powerhouse. Portal Three Kingdoms' scarcity means even common cards command attention from set builders. Ma Chao appeals mainly to those pursuing comprehensive Portal collections or players interested in the game's experimental design period. Its nonfoil status reflects the set's original production constraints.