Burden of Guilt is a 2012 Magic: The Gathering common card from the Dark Ascension set. This Aura enchantment offers a strategic tap effect for creature-based decks.
Burden of Guilt
2012 • Magic: The Gathering • Dark Ascension
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Description
Burden of Guilt is a common enchantment card from the 2012 Dark Ascension expansion, designated as card number 4 in the set. Illustrated by John Stanko, this Magic: The Gathering card functions as an Aura with a single white mana cost. As an Enchantment — Aura, it attaches to a creature, providing a flexible utility effect that appeals to players building creature-centric strategies. The card’s primary ability allows the controller to tap the enchanted creature by paying a generic mana cost. This mechanic serves as a potent tool in various gameplay scenarios, enabling tactical advantages such as blocking multiple attackers or activating abilities that require tapping. For collectors of the Dark Ascension set, Burden of Guilt represents a staple of the white mana base, reflecting the set’s focus on combat and defensive strategies. The flavor text, attributed to Thalia, Knight-Cathar, adds narrative depth, emphasizing the urgency and resolve required in the game's lore. Collectors seeking to complete their Dark Ascension sets or build comprehensive libraries will find this card an essential component. The card’s straightforward design and versatile gameplay mechanics make it a favorite among both new and experienced players. Whether you are looking to enhance your deck’s tactical options or expand your collection of vintage Magic cards, Burden of Guilt provides significant value. Explore the diverse inventory to find this and other rare Magic: The Gathering treasures.
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Card Details
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Burden of Guilt
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
John Stanko
Card Stock
English
{W}
Enchantment — Aura
W
Card Text
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Enchant creature {1}: Tap enchanted creature.
"Grab an axe and defend the gate! Your despair is an extravagance we can ill afford." —Thalia, Knight-Cathar
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of Burden of Guilt?
Burden of Guilt has a mana cost of one white mana. It is a common card from the Dark Ascension set, making it accessible for building white mana decks.
What does the Burden of Guilt card do in gameplay?
Burden of Guilt is an Aura enchantment that allows you to tap the enchanted creature by paying one generic mana. This provides tactical flexibility for blocking or activating abilities.
Who illustrated the Burden of Guilt card?
The card was illustrated by John Stanko, whose artwork complements the Dark Ascension set's themes of war and resilience in the Magic: The Gathering universe.
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