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The 2012 Dark Ascension set introduces the Thraben Heretic, an Uncommon Human Wizard creature card from Magic: The Gathering that provides a versatile graveyard removal option.

Thraben Heretic

2012 • Magic: The Gathering • Dark Ascension

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Description

The 2012 Magic: The Gathering release known as Dark Ascension features Thraben Heretic, an Uncommon card identified by number 26 in the DKA set code. Created by artist James Ryman, this card represents a distinct addition to the game's extensive history of creature cards. Collectors often seek this card for its unique mechanical interaction and its place within the broader narrative of the Magic: The Gathering universe. As a White mana creature, Thraben Heretic operates as a Human Wizard with a mana value of two. Its power and toughness are balanced at 2/2, making it a standard presence on the battlefield. The card’s primary appeal lies in its ability to interact with the graveyard, a critical zone in the game’s strategy. By tapping the card, a player can exile a target creature card from any graveyard, offering a versatile tool for controlling the game state. Whether you are building a themed collection or looking to complete the Dark Ascension set, finding Thraben Heretic is an important step. The card’s design and mechanics reflect the era’s focus on graveyard-based strategies and white mana’s ability to control the board. For investors and hobbyists alike, understanding the nuances of cards like this one adds depth to the collecting experience. The card’s straightforward rules text and strategic utility make it a notable piece for any Magic: The Gathering enthusiast. The flavor text accompanying the card adds a layer of narrative depth, hinting at the character’s controversial actions and motivations. This storytelling element is a hallmark of Magic: The Gathering, enhancing the card’s collectibility beyond its gameplay utility. By acquiring this card, collectors engage with a piece of the game’s rich lore and mechanical evolution.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2012

Series

Dark Ascension

Card Number

#26

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Uncommon

Artist

James Ryman

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{W}

Type

Creature — Human Wizard

Power / Toughness

2 / 2

Color

W

Card Text

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{T}: Exile target creature card from a graveyard.

"Let them decry me for burning the dead. I'm not giving those ghoulcallers any more fuel for their madness."

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FAQ

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What is the mana cost of Thraben Heretic?

The Thraben Heretic has a mana cost of one white mana and one generic mana, resulting in a total mana value of two. This makes it an affordable early-game creature to cast.

What type of card is Thraben Heretic in Magic: The Gathering?

Thraben Heretic is an Uncommon Creature card with the subtypes Human and Wizard. It belongs to the white color identity and was released in the 2012 Dark Ascension set.

What ability does Thraben Heretic have?

The card has an activated ability that allows you to tap it to exile a target creature card from a graveyard. This effect provides a way to remove problematic creatures from the graveyard zone.

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