Spitting Spider is an Uncommon creature card from Magic: The Gathering's 2003 Eighth Edition, identified by card number 280 and set code 8ED.
Spitting Spider
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Eighth Edition
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Spitting Spider, cataloged as card number 280 in Magic: The Gathering's Eighth Edition, remains a notable entry for collectors of the 2003 release. Designed by Edward P. Beard, Jr., this Uncommon creature card features a five-mana cost and provides strategic utility through its unique abilities. The card allows players to block creatures with flying and offers a tactical option to sacrifice a land to deal damage to flying threats. This combination of defensive reach and reactive removal makes it a functional piece of the 8ED set. For hobbyists building collections of Magic: The Gathering trading cards, tracking down specific cards like Spitting Spider adds depth to the hobby. Understanding the card's role within the Eighth Edition helps collectors appreciate its place in Magic history. The card's design and mechanics reflect the era's focus on balanced creature interactions. Collectors often seek out individual cards to complete their libraries, making this Uncommon a valuable addition to any Eighth Edition collection. By exploring the broader range of cards available, collectors can enhance their understanding of the set's composition.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Spitting Spider
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Edward P. Beard, Jr.
Card Stock
English
{3}{G}{G}
Creature — Spider
3 / 5
G
Card Text
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Reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.) Sacrifice a land: This creature deals 1 damage to each creature with flying.