The 2004 Darksteel expansion Murderous Spoils card (#48) is an Uncommon Instant that allows players to destroy a nonblack creature and permanently seize its attached Equipment.
Murderous Spoils
2004 • Magic: The Gathering • Darksteel
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Murderous Spoils is a pivotal Uncommon Instant from the 2004 Darksteel expansion, identified as card number 48 in the set. Designed for the black mana color identity with a mana value of 6, this card delivers a decisive impact on the battlefield. The card’s mechanics allow a player to destroy a target nonblack creature, ensuring it cannot be regenerated. Crucially, the effect permanently transfers control of all Equipment previously attached to the destroyed creature to the caster, creating a significant resource swing. This card serves as a cornerstone for strategies built around the Equipment mechanic, which was a defining feature of the Darksteel era. By stripping an opponent of their invested resources and adding them to your own arsenal, Murderous Spoils shifts the momentum of the game. Collectors and players alike value this card for its ability to dismantle aggressive or resource-heavy decks without targeting the creature's toughness directly. For investors and completists, Murderous Spoils represents a key component of the Darksteel set. As an Uncommon card, it offers accessibility for set builders while maintaining historical significance within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. The card’s enduring utility in various formats makes it a staple for those who appreciate tactical board control and resource manipulation. Whether used in casual play or competitive environments, this card remains a testament to the strategic depth of the Darksteel expansion.
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Murderous Spoils
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Adam Rex
Card Stock
English
{5}{B}
Instant
B
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Destroy target nonblack creature. It can't be regenerated. You gain control of all Equipment that were attached to it. (This effect lasts indefinitely.)
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