The Genju of the Spires trading card from Magic: The Gathering's 2005 Betrayers of Kamigawa expansion. Card number 105.
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Betrayers of Kamigawa
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Genju of the Spires is a distinct enchantment aura card from the 2005 Betrayers of Kamigawa set, bearing the number 105. Designed by Joel Thomas, this uncommon card from the BOK set offers a unique mechanical interaction for players who enjoy converting lands into temporary threats. As a single-red mana cost card, it provides an efficient way to alter the board state during gameplay. The card functions by enchanting a Mountain, allowing the controller to tap the enchanted land to transform it into a 6/1 red Spirit creature until the end of the turn. Crucially, while it gains creature types and abilities, it remains a land, preserving its ability to produce red mana. This dual nature makes it a flexible tool for both aggressive strategies and resource management. Another defining feature of Genju of the Spires is its resilience. When the enchanted Mountain is sent to a graveyard, the card grants the ability to return itself from the graveyard to the hand. This recursive potential adds significant value to the card, as it can be reused multiple times within a single game, extending its impact beyond a single turn. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek this card for its clever design and the nostalgic appeal of the Kamigawa block's Japanese-inspired aesthetic. Whether you are building a Commander deck, exploring casual formats, or simply appreciating the artistry of the Betrayers of Kamigawa set, this card remains a notable piece of TCG history. Browse the available inventory to find the specific copy that fits your collection needs.
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Genju of the Spires
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Joel Thomas
Card Stock
English
{R}
Enchantment — Aura
R
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Enchant Mountain {2}: Enchanted Mountain becomes a 6/1 red Spirit creature until end of turn. It's still a land. When enchanted Mountain is put into a graveyard, you may return this card from your graveyard to your hand.
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Genju of the Spires is an Aura enchantment that attaches to a Mountain. It allows you to tap the enchanted Mountain to make it a 6/1 red Spirit creature until end of turn, while it continues to produce red mana. If the Mountain is put into a graveyard, you may return Genju from your graveyard to your hand.
This card is from the Betrayers of Kamigawa expansion, released in 2005. It is the 105th card in the set and carries an Uncommon rarity symbol. The set code for this expansion is BOK.
The artwork for Genju of the Spires was created by artist Joel Thomas. His style is known for capturing the dynamic fantasy elements characteristic of Magic: The Gathering's early 2000s era.
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