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The Go for the Throat card from the 2017 Commander 2017 set is a black instant that destroys a target nonartifact creature. This uncommon card, numbered 114, is part of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Go for the Throat

2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander 2017

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Product Overview

Description

Go for the Throat is a black instant card found in the Commander 2017 set of Magic: The Gathering. Released in 2017, this expansion features distinct artwork and gameplay mechanics designed for the Commander format. This card is numbered 114 and carries an uncommon rarity designation. The card requires a mana cost of {1}{B} to cast, resulting in a mana value of 2. Its primary effect allows the player to destroy a target nonartifact creature. This straightforward removal spell fits into decks built around black mana colors, providing a reliable way to handle opponent threats. The flavor text, "Having flesh is increasingly a liability on Mirrodin," hints at the card's thematic connection to the Mirrodin plane, adding narrative depth to its mechanical utility. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards often include this card in their collections due to its place in the Commander 2017 set. As an uncommon card, Go for the Throat is accessible yet holds a specific place in the set's checklist. Its design and gameplay make it a functional piece for players and a collectible item for enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering brand. The card's identity is defined by its set inclusion, mana cost, and effect. It does not possess any special treatments or errors in its standard printing. For those building decks or collecting sets, understanding the card's role within the Commander 2017 framework is key.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2017

Series

Commander 2017

Card Number

#114

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Uncommon

Artist

David Rapoza

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{B}

Type

Instant

Color

B

Card Text

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Destroy target nonartifact creature.

Having flesh is increasingly a liability on Mirrodin.

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What is the mana cost of Go for the Throat?

The mana cost for Go for the Throat is {1}{B}, which requires one generic mana and one black mana to cast.

What is the effect of Go for the Throat?

Go for the Throat is an instant spell that destroys a target nonartifact creature when cast.

What set is Go for the Throat from?

Go for the Throat is a card from the Commander 2017 set of Magic: The Gathering, released in 2017.

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