Gloom Surgeon

Description

Released in 2012 as part of the Avacyn Restored expansion, this Magic: The Gathering trading card features the creature Gloom Surgeon. Carrying card number 104 in the set, the card is classified as a Rare, making it a notable addition for enthusiasts tracking the full set. Designed by Volkan Baǵa, the card depicts a Spirit with a mana cost of one black mana and one generic mana, resulting in a mana value of two. As a two-power, one-toughness creature, it offers strategic depth through its unique ability: when combat damage would be dealt to it, that damage is prevented, and an equal number of cards are exiled from the top of the player's library. This mechanic allows the Gloom Surgeon to survive encounters while disrupting an opponent's resources, appealing to collectors who appreciate unique gameplay interactions within the Magic: The Gathering card game. For those building a comprehensive library of the Avacyn Restored series, this card represents a key piece of the set's lore and mechanical diversity.