The Skittering Crustacean, a foil common from Magic: The Gathering's 2016 Conspiracy: Take the Crown expansion, featuring unique monstrosity mechanics.
Skittering Crustacean
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Conspiracy: Take the Crown
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Skittering Crustacean is a distinct creature card from the 2016 Conspiracy: Take the Crown expansion within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game ecosystem. Identified as card number 36 in the CN2 set code, this foil version appeals to collectors who appreciate the whimsical and strategic depth characteristic of the Conspiracy product line. As a blue Crab, it offers a unique gameplay experience centered around its monstrosity ability, allowing players to enhance its power and toughness while gaining hexproof protection. For enthusiasts of Magic: The Gathering, completing sets like Conspiracy: Take the Crown often involves seeking out specific treatments, such as the foil finish found on this card. The foil variant adds a tactile and visual layer of prestige to the collectible, making it a desirable addition for those building comprehensive collections of the 2016 era. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a newcomer to the hobby, the Skittering Crustacean represents a key piece of the Conspiracy sub-brand's identity. By focusing on the specific attributes of the card, including its set origin and foil treatment, collectors can easily identify and value this piece within the broader Magic: The Gathering landscape.
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Skittering Crustacean
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Jason Felix
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{U}
Creature — Crab
2 / 3
U
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{6}{U}: Monstrosity 4. (If this creature isn't monstrous, put four +1/+1 counters on it and it becomes monstrous.) As long as this creature is monstrous, it has hexproof. (It can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.)