Shambling Remains is a foil uncommon creature card from the 2009 Magic: The Gathering Conflux expansion, identified as card number 124 in the set.
Shambling Remains
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Conflux
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Description
Shambling Remains stands out in the 2009 Magic: The Gathering Conflux expansion as a versatile zombie horror that offers unique tactical flexibility. As card number 124 in the set, this foil uncommon features the distinctive artwork by Nils Hamm, adding visual appeal to its mechanical utility. The card's design emphasizes its dual-color identity, requiring both black and red mana to cast, which appeals to players and collectors who appreciate complex deck-building constraints. The creature's ability to return from the graveyard via its Unearth cost makes it a memorable piece of MTG history. Collectors often seek this foil version for its shimmering finish, which enhances the card's presence in any collection. The Unearth mechanic allows the zombie to be temporarily resurrected, providing a strategic depth that has kept Shambling Remains relevant in casual and competitive discussions. For collectors, the Conflux set represents a pivotal era in Magic's design history, and Shambling Remains serves as a key identifier for that period. Its foil treatment distinguishes it from the commons and rares, making it a desirable addition for those completing set collections or focusing on uncommon rarities. The card's enduring popularity among zombie-themed enthusiasts ensures it remains a staple in trading card game discussions. Whether you are building a themed deck or expanding your Magic: The Gathering library, this card offers both aesthetic and functional value. The combination of its foil finish, iconic creature type, and strategic gameplay potential makes Shambling Remains a notable entry in the Conflux catalog.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Shambling Remains
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Nils Hamm
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{B}{R}
Creature — Zombie Horror
4 / 3
B, R
Card Text
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This creature can't block. Unearth {B}{R} ({B}{R}: Return this card from your graveyard to the battlefield. It gains haste. Exile it at the beginning of the next end step or if it would leave the battlefield. Unearth only as a sorcery.)
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Unearth mechanic in Magic: The Gathering?
Unearth allows a player to return a creature card from their graveyard to the battlefield by paying its unearth cost. The creature gains haste but must be exiled at the beginning of the next end step or if it leaves the battlefield.
Who illustrated the Shambling Remains card?
The artwork for Shambling Remains was created by Nils Hamm.
Is Shambling Remains a foil card in the Conflux set?
Yes, this product refers to the foil version of Shambling Remains. Foil cards feature a shiny, reflective finish that distinguishes them from non-foil versions and is often sought after by collectors.
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