Scythe Specter, card number 97 from the 2011 Magic: The Gathering Commander release. This rare Black creature is designed for strategic deck building.
Scythe Specter
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander
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Description
Scythe Specter is a formidable creature card from the 2011 Magic: The Gathering Commander set. As a Rare card numbered 97, it belongs to the Black color identity and is illustrated by Vincent Proce. This card is part of the Commander product line, which is specifically curated for multiplayer gameplay and long-term collection. The card features a mana cost of {4}{B}{B} and has a mana value of 6. It is a 4/4 creature with the Specter subtype, granting it the flying ability. Scythe Specter’s primary strength lies in its triggered ability. Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, every opponent must discard a card. The card then identifies the discarded card with the highest mana value among those discarded in that instance. Each opponent who discarded that specific high-value card loses life equal to its mana value. This mechanic rewards players for attacking with the specter, potentially forcing multiple opponents to sacrifice their most powerful spells or artifacts. Collectors often seek out cards from the Commander set due to their unique design and relevance to popular multiplayer formats. Scythe Specter appeals to those who enjoy aggressive black strategies or cards that can swing the board state by disrupting opponents' hands. The card's design and mechanics make it a notable inclusion for anyone building a deck focused on card disadvantage for opponents., enthusiasts can browse a diverse selection of Magic cards to find this piece for their collection.
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Scythe Specter
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Vincent Proce
Card Stock
English
{4}{B}{B}
Creature — Specter
4 / 4
B
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Flying Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, each opponent discards a card. Each player who discarded a card with the greatest mana value among cards discarded this way loses life equal to that mana value.
