The Wicked Witch is Dead: How a Villain Transformed Pop Culture

"The wicked witch is dead" In the land of Oz, a wicked witch once ruled with an iron fist, spreading fear and misery among the innocent residents. Her dark magic and cunning manipulations made her a formidable enemy to all who dared to challenge her rule. However, after years of suffering, hope finally emerged - the news had spread like wildfire, "The wicked witch is dead." The citizens of Oz rejoiced as the burden of oppression was finally lifted from their weary shoulders. The once gloomy atmosphere transformed into an atmosphere of hope and optimism. The streets were filled with laughter, and the people could finally walk freely without fear of persecution.

1996 World Champion Original Art signed by Christopher Rush on the back.

At the time the card was created, the rules were different--with the rules as they are now, as the card is written it would immediately die upon coming into play. Shichifukujin Dragon Life Counter All trademarks including the Wizards of the Coast logo and Magic The Gathering are property of Wizards of the Coast, Inc.

The streets were filled with laughter, and the people could finally walk freely without fear of persecution. Gone were the days of cowering in fear at the mere mention of the witch's name. The tyranny and wickedness that plagued the land had vanished, replaced by a new era of peace and prosperity.

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The 1996 World Champion was given to Tom Chanpheng of Australia for winning the 1996 World Championship. The card is encased in lucite, apparently floating above a silver globe. In 2001 it was sold to a private collector for $17,500. One sheet of this card was printed, but all other copies were destroyed as well as the printing plates. At the event, there was a video showing the destruction of every other copy of the card on the one sheet that was printed. The card was embedded in Chanpheng's winning trophy.

The Original art was painted with acrylic on illustration board. The champion, with his jacket were added in digitally after and never included in the original painting.
Measurements are approximately: 13"x 11" (33cm x 28cm).

1996 WORLD CHAMPION

Original Sketch 1996 World Champion by Christopher Rush.

1996 World Champion Original Art signed by Christopher Rush on the back.

Article page 17 of The Duelist #13 (October 1996).

PRINTING APPROVAL

Carta Mundi Printing approval of the 1996 World Champion Card.

1996 World Champion Limited Print signed by Christopher Rush.

1996 World Champion Limited Print signed by Christopher Rush close up.

1996 World Champion Limited Print by Christopher Rush.

1996 World Champion Trophy Front and Back. Measurements are:
*Total Height = 25.2 Centimeters = 9.92 Inches
*Height till the Lead Angle = 17.5 Centimiters = 6.88 Inches
*Width = 8.5 Centimeters = 3.34 Inches
*Depth = 10.1 Centimeters = 3.97 Inches

1996 World Champion Trophy front and back.

1996 World Champion Trophy front and back from the sides.

1996 World Champion Trophy front.

SHICHIFUKUJIN DRAGON

The Shichifukujin Dragon was created to celebrate the opening of the Japan DCI Tournament Center in Tokyo, Japan. All copies except for one were destroyed. The remaining Shichifukujin Dragon has been encased at the Tournament Center for public view together with the original artwork of the card. The Tournament Center was closed on February, the 28th in 2003, and the card was moved to the Hobby Japan Head Office where it currently resides. Shichifukujin is the name of the Seven Deities of Good Fortune of Japanese mythology.

A: From Ron Foster, Japan Organized Play Manager:
"The Shichifukujin Dragon card is indeed real. It was created as a special commemorative card for the opening of the DCI Japan Tournament Center several years ago, in 1996. The card was based on a Japanese legendary lucky dragon, and Christopher Rush was commissioned to do the art. The card text reads:

Shichifukujin Dragon
6 Red Mana Red Mana Red Mana
Summon Dragon (0/0)
When Shichifukujin Dragon comes into play, put seven +1/+1 counters on it.
Red Mana Red Mana Red Mana, Sacrifice two +1/+1 counters: Put three +1/+1 counters on Shichifukujin Dragon at end of turn. Play this ability as a sorcery.

"(At the time the card was created, the rules were different--with the rules as they are now, as the card is written it would immediately die upon coming into play!)

Hobby Japan produced a Limited life counter, a Limited Deck Case and Limited binder using the artwork of the Shichifukujin Dragon.

Shichifukujin Dragon Life Counter
All trademarks including the Wizards of the Coast logo and Magic: The Gathering are property of Wizards of the Coast, Inc. Illustration by Christopher Rush. � 2002 Wizards.

Shichifukujin Hobby Japan Dragon Life Counter sealed.

Shichifukujin Dragon Hobby Japan Limited Deck Case.

Shichifukujin Dragon Hobby Japan Binder front and back sealed.

Shichifukujin Dragon Original Art and Card at the MTG 10 years museum held in Grand Prix-Yokohama 23/24 August 2003.

Shichifukujin Dragon Original Card at the Grand Prix Tokyo May 6-8, 2016

Shichifukujin Dragon acrylic derivative work by Christopher Rush (the playmat was made out of it). Pics courtesy of Jeff Ferreira.

Shichifukujin Dragon Limited Playmat Grand Prix Hong-Kong August 7-9, 2015.

1996 World Champion and Shichifukujin Dragon, Rarest Trading Cards in the Guinness Book of World Records 2012.

1996 World Champion - Unique Cards

Shichifukujin Dragon 1996 - Unique Cards

Original Sketch 1996 World Champion by Christopher Rush.

The townsfolk celebrated the demise of their oppressor, dancing and singing in the streets, expressing their newfound freedom with exuberance. The wicked witch's death marked a turning point in the history of Oz. The once desolate land began to flourish under the leadership of a benevolent ruler. The economy improved, schools were built, and justice was served. The citizens, once afraid to dream, were now encouraged to pursue their passions and aspirations, knowing that their efforts would not be in vain. However, even in death, the wicked witch left a lasting impact. A lingering sense of caution and trepidation remained among the people. They had experienced the horrors of her rule firsthand and were careful not to let history repeat itself. Lessons were learned, and the citizens of Oz vowed to protect their newfound freedom at all costs. As time went on, the memory of the wicked witch began to fade, replaced by tales of bravery and resilience. Generations grew up without the paralyzing fear that once gripped the land. The nightmare of the past became a distant memory as the people moved forward, united by the shared goal of building a better future. In conclusion, the death of the wicked witch brought about a significant transformation in the land of Oz. It symbolized the end of an era of darkness and the beginning of a brighter, more hopeful chapter. While the wounds caused by her reign may never fully heal, the resilience and determination of the people ensured that her legacy would not define them. The wicked witch may be dead, but the lessons learned from her rule will forever be etched in the history of Oz..

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"The Wicked Witch is Dead" had a promising concept, but it failed to deliver in execution. The writing felt rushed and lacked polish, with numerous grammatical errors and awkward phrasing. The plot meandered without clear direction, leaving me confused and uninterested. The characters were forgettable, and their actions often felt inconsistent. I was disappointed by the book, as it had potential but ultimately fell short.

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