The Sanitarium Skeleton (CMR #148) is a black common creature from Magic: The Gathering's 2020 Commander Legends expansion, featuring a distinctive foil finish.
Sanitarium Skeleton
2020 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander Legends
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The Sanitarium Skeleton, identified as card number 148 in the Commander Legends set, represents a foundational black creature within the Magic: The Gathering framework. Released in 2020, this foil version of the common rarity card appeals to collectors who appreciate the distinct shimmering finish against the standard black-bordered design. Created by artist Kev Walker, the card embodies the skeletal theme prevalent in the game's graveyard mechanics. As a 1/2 Creature — Skeleton with a mana cost of {B}, this card offers strategic utility through its ability to return from the graveyard to the hand for a moderate investment. Collectors often seek out specific finishes like foil to add visual variety to their Commander Legends collections. The card’s simple yet effective rules text allows for flexible gameplay, making it a staple in decks focused on recursion and graveyard synergy. For investors and hobbyists alike, tracking specific finishes from this popular draft-constructed set provides a unique angle on set completion and thematic collecting. The Sanitarium Skeleton remains a recognizable piece of Magic: The Gathering history, representing the accessible yet deep strategic layer that defines the Commander format.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Sanitarium Skeleton
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Kev Walker
Card Stock
English
Foil
{B}
Creature — Skeleton
1 / 2
B
Card Text
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{2}{B}: Return this card from your graveyard to your hand.
His mind was lost long before his flesh.