The 2003 Magic: The Gathering Eighth Edition release featuring the Howling Mine artifact card, designated as card number 303★ with a star foil treatment.
Howling Mine
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Eighth Edition
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The 2003 Magic: The Gathering Eighth Edition stands as a foundational set for collectors of the trading card game, offering a streamlined design that defines the era. Within this release, the Howling Mine artifact card, identified by card number 303★, holds a distinct place among players and completists. This variation features a star foil treatment, adding a unique visual texture to the artifact that differentiates it from standard printings in the set. Functionally, the card operates as a powerful artifact with a mana cost of {2}. Its ability allows each player to draw an additional card at the beginning of their draw step, provided the artifact is untapped. This mechanic has made it a staple in various strategies, appealing to those who appreciate consistent resource generation. Collectors focusing on the Eighth Edition often seek out this star foil variant to complete their sets or to add a premium finish to their collection. The combination of its strategic utility and the distinctive star foil finish makes the Howling Mine a notable entry in any Magic: The Gathering portfolio.
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Howling Mine
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Dana Knutson
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}
Artifact
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At the beginning of each player's draw step, if this artifact is untapped, that player draws an additional card.
Legend has it that the mine howls out the last words of those who died inside.