The Netcaster Spider (Card #188) from Magic: The Gathering's 2016 Conspiracy: Take the Crow expansion offers collectors a unique creature with strategic blocking capabilities.
Netcaster Spider
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Conspiracy: Take the Crown
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Released in 2016 as part of the Conspiracy: Take the Crown expansion, the Netcaster Spider (Card #188) stands as a distinct piece of Magic: The Gathering history. This green creature card introduces a specific mechanical interaction that appeals to players and collectors who appreciate strategic depth in the Trading Card Game. Designed by Yohann Schepacz, the card features the Spider subtype and carries a mana cost of {2}{G}, making it a manageable addition to many decks. The Netcaster Spider is particularly notable for its ability to counter flying creatures, a common threat in competitive play. When this card blocks a creature with flying, it gains a significant power boost, turning a defensive move into an aggressive opportunity. This dynamic makes it a valuable component for set completionists and those building archetypes that rely on creature combat. As a common card from this release, the Netcaster Spider serves as a foundational piece for those assembling the full CN2 set. Its straightforward rules text and iconic Spider identity make it a recognizable asset for any Magic: The Gathering collection focused on this era of design.
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Netcaster Spider
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Yohann Schepacz
Card Stock
English
{2}{G}
Creature — Spider
2 / 3
G
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Reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.) Whenever this creature blocks a creature with flying, this creature gets +2/+0 until end of turn.
It is an expert at culling individuals who stray too far from the herd.