The Chittering Rats foil card from the 2004 Darksteel expansion, a staple of Magic: The Gathering history for dedicated set builders.
Chittering Rats
2004 • Magic: The Gathering • Darksteel
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The Chittering Rats foil card, cataloged as number 39 in the 2004 Darksteel expansion, offers a unique piece of Magic: The Gathering history for dedicated collectors. As a Common creature with a mana cost of {1}{B}{B}, this card has long been a functional component in various deck archetypes, but its foil variant holds particular appeal for those who appreciate the visual polish of the era. Designed by Tom Wänerstrand, the card features the iconic Rat subtype that defined much of the set's aesthetic. Collectors often seek out this card to complete their Darksteel collections, valuing the foil treatment that distinguishes it from standard prints. The card's ability to disrupt an opponent's hand by forcing them to place a card on top of their library adds a layer of strategic depth that remains relevant for fans of the format. For investors and hobbyists alike, the Darksteel set represents a pivotal moment in the game's evolution, and owning a foil Chittering Rats is a tangible connection to that legacy.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Chittering Rats
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Tom Wänerstrand
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{B}{B}
Creature — Rat
2 / 2
B
Card Text
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When this creature enters, target opponent puts a card from their hand on top of their library.
Bottom feeders sometimes rise to the top.