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The Rare Commander 2011 card Skullbriar, the Walking Grave (#227) is a Legendary Zombie Elemental with Haste and a unique counter-keeping ability.

Skullbriar, the Walking Grave

2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander 2011

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Product Overview

Description

Skullbriar, the Walking Grave is a Legendary Creature — Zombie Elemental from the Magic: The Gathering Commander 2011 set, identified by card number 227. Released in 2011 under the CMD set code, this Rare card features a mana cost of {B}{G} and a mana value of 2. Its color identity spans Black and Green, allowing it to fit into decks utilizing those colors. The card’s gameplay centers on its Haste ability, enabling it to attack the turn it enters the battlefield. A key mechanic defines its longevity: whenever Skullbriar deals combat damage to a player, it gains a +1/+1 counter. Uniquely, these counters remain on the card even as it moves to zones other than a player's hand or library, such as the graveyard or exile. This persistence makes the card a durable presence in gameplay, appealing to collectors who appreciate unique rules interactions within the Commander format. Designed for the Commander 2011 release, this card offers a distinct identity within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Card number 227 is part of the Commander 2011 set. The combination of its Zombie and Elemental subtypes, along with its persistent counter mechanic, provides a specific focal point for enthusiasts of the genre. Skullbriar, the Walking Grave is a Rare card in the 2011 Commander release.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2011

Series

Commander 2011

Card Number

#227

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Nils Hamm

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{B}{G}

Type

Legendary Creature — Zombie Elemental

Power / Toughness

1 / 1

Color

B, G

Card Text

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Haste Whenever Skullbriar deals combat damage to a player, put a +1/+1 counter on it. Counters remain on Skullbriar as it moves to any zone other than a player's hand or library.

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What are the subtypes of Skullbriar, the Walking Grave?

Skullbriar, the Walking Grave is classified as a Legendary Zombie Elemental creature in Magic: The Gathering.

How does the +1/+1 counter mechanic work on this card?

Whenever Skullbriar deals combat damage to a player, it gets a +1/+1 counter. Counters remain on Skullbriar as it moves to any zone other than a player's hand or library.

What is the mana cost for this Commander 2011 card?

The mana cost for Skullbriar, the Walking Grave is {B}{G}, requiring one Black mana and one Green mana to cast.

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