‘Magic: The Gathering’ 1997 MTV Invitational
by Lori Dorn from Laughing Squid on (#6C82T)
In the summer of 1997, the MTV series Motel California aired four short videos that showcased the classic fantasy card game Magic: The Gathering. The videos, which aired as fillers between regularly scheduled programming, acted as both ads for the game and an Invitational" between expert players such as Mike Long, Brian Hacker, Mark Justice, and Shawn Hammer" Regnier.
One of four short spots for Magic: The Gathering" that aired in 1997 during MTV's Motel California" advertising vehicle. In this spot, Shawn Hammer" Regnier defeats Mark Justice - and gets the girl!