The 2004 Darksteel Aether Vial foil card (#91) is a sought-after uncommon artifact in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, offering flexible creature deployment.
Aether Vial
2004 • Magic: The Gathering • Darksteel
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The Darksteel expansion, released in 2004 by Wizards of the Coast, introduced a distinct industrial aesthetic to the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, with Aether Vial serving as a versatile artifact centerpiece. As card number 91 in the set, this uncommon foil card features art by Greg Hildebrandt and provides a unique strategic advantage through its charge counter mechanic. The card allows players to store resources during upkeep and deploy creature cards from hand based on the number of counters accumulated, making it a staple for value-oriented decks. Collectors of vintage Magic: The Gathering cards often seek out Darksteel foil versions for their historical significance within the game's evolution and the distinct finish of the foil treatment. The card's simplicity and utility have kept it relevant among players who appreciate efficient artifact interactions. Whether for competitive play or archival purposes, the Aether Vial remains a notable piece of Magic: The Gathering history.
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Aether Vial
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Greg Hildebrandt
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}
Artifact
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At the beginning of your upkeep, you may put a charge counter on this artifact. {T}: You may put a creature card with mana value equal to the number of charge counters on this artifact from your hand onto the battlefield.