Spitting Image

Description

Spitting Image is a rare sorcery from the 2016 Magic: The Gathering Commander set, identified by card number 236 and set code C16. Designed for the blue-green color identity, this card offers a versatile effect for collectors and players who appreciate strategic depth in the trading card game. The card's mana cost of four generic mana and two hybrid blue-green mana results in a total mana value of six, positioning it as a significant play in the late game. The primary ability of Spitting Image allows a player to create a token that is a copy of a target creature on the battlefield. This effect provides flexibility, enabling strategic duplication of key units to overwhelm opponents or secure board presence. Complementing this is the retrace mechanic, which permits casting the card from the graveyard by discarding a land card in addition to paying its other mana costs. This dual utility makes the card valuable for decks focused on resource management and graveyard synergy. Artwork for this release was created by Jim Nelson, contributing to the visual identity of the Commander 2016 product. Collectors often seek out this card for its unique combination of creature duplication and retrace ability, which are highly sought-after keywords in the game. The flavor text, "Spitting is the customary greeting between a creature and its magical impostor," adds a humorous narrative layer to the card's function., enthusiasts can browse a growing collection of Magic: The Gathering cards, including this distinctive piece from the Commander series. Whether building a competitive deck or curating a personal library, Spitting Image stands out as a notable addition for fans of the game's complex mechanics and strategic gameplay.