The 2017 Magic: The Gathering Gate to the Afterlife foil card from the Amonkhet set (Card #228) is a sought-after artifact for TCG enthusiasts and collectors.
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Amonkhet
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Gate to the Afterlife is a distinctive artifact card from the 2017 Amonkhet set of Magic: The Gathering. Carrying the card number 228, this foil version features artwork by Christine Choi and serves as a functional piece within the game’s mechanics. As an artifact with a mana value of three, it offers strategic depth through its unique graveyard interaction capabilities. The card’s ability triggers whenever a nontoken creature you control dies, allowing you to gain 1 life and potentially draw a card at the cost of discarding one. This creates a dynamic resource exchange that rewards players for managing their board state effectively. Additionally, the card possesses a powerful activated ability that requires sacrificing itself to search for God-Pharaoh's Gift from your graveyard, hand, or library, provided there are six or more creature cards in your graveyard. This makes it a pivotal component in decks focused on graveyard synergy and resurrection strategies. Gate to the Afterlife represents a key artifact in this set, appealing to those who appreciate the intricate design of Magic's artifact cards. The foil finish adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a desirable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a set of rare cards, this artifact offers both mechanical utility and collectible value. Its enduring presence in the Amonkhet set ensures it remains a relevant and interesting piece for fans of the Trading Card Game.
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Featured
Gate to the Afterlife
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Christine Choi
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}
Artifact
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Whenever a nontoken creature you control dies, you gain 1 life. Then you may draw a card. If you do, discard a card. {2}, {T}, Sacrifice this artifact: Search your graveyard, hand, and/or library for a card named God-Pharaoh's Gift and put it onto the battlefield. If you search your library this way, shuffle. Activate only if there are six or more creature cards in your graveyard.
