The 2005 foil version of Stir the Grave from the Betrayers of Kamigawa expansion. This black sorcery card allows players to return creatures from the graveyard to the battlefield.
Stir the Grave
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Betrayers of Kamigawa
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Stir the Grave is a black sorcery card from the 2005 Magic: The Gathering expansion Betrayers of Kamigawa. Identified as card number 85 with the set code BOK, this foil treatment adds a distinct shimmer to the card's design, appealing to collectors who value finish variations alongside set completion. The card features artwork by Jim Nelson and carries a mana cost of {X}{B}, allowing players to target creatures with a mana value of X or less in their graveyard to return them to the battlefield. As a common card in the set, it plays a functional role in graveyard-centric strategies, making it a practical addition for players and a nostalgic piece for long-time enthusiasts. The Betrayers of Kamigawa era is known for its unique Japanese-inspired aesthetic and complex mechanics, and Stir the Grave fits within this thematic framework. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out specific finishes like foil to enhance their display collections or to complete set runs. The card's ability to manipulate the graveyard resource highlights the strategic depth of the game during this period. Whether you are building a theme deck or curating a catalog of classic expansions, this card represents a solid piece of TCG history.
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Stir the Grave
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Jim Nelson
Card Stock
English
Foil
{X}{B}
Sorcery
B
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Return target creature card with mana value X or less from your graveyard to the battlefield.
"Your lungs may not draw breath, but while your hands can grip a sword, you will be useful to me." —Nighteyes, nezumi necromancer
