Ravnica: City of Guilds
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# Ravnica: City of Guilds Overview Ravnica: City of Guilds debuted in October 2005 as the first set to explore Magic's plane of Ravnica, establishing the ten-guild framework that would define the setting for years. The 306-card set introduced the dual-colored guild mechanic as its central design philosophy, with each guild receiving distinct mechanical identity and keyword abilities. This structural approach fundamentally influenced how Wizards of the Coast would design future sets around faction-based gameplay. The set proved significant for competitive Magic, introducing staples that shaped multiple formats. Shock lands like Steam Vents and Watery Grave became essential mana-fixing tools in constructed play. Cards such as Dark Confidant and Loxodon Hierarch saw extensive tournament play. The set's emphasis on multicolor synergies encouraged deck-building experimentation and established design patterns that persisted through subsequent Ravnica blocks. Ravnica's commercial and critical success validated the guild-focused design model, leading to multiple return visits to the plane and influencing the broader Magic design philosophy toward faction-based worldbuilding.
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