The Identity Thief card from Magic: The Gathering's 2016 Eldritch Moon expansion features a powerful Shapeshifter with unique tactical abilities.
Identity Thief
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Eldritch Moon
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Created by artist Magali Villeneuve, this Rare card carries a mana cost of {2}{U}{U} and boasts a mana value of 4. As a blue Creature — Shapeshifter, it possesses 0 power and 3 toughness, offering strategic depth for players who enjoy versatile gameplay. The card's ability allows it to exile a target nontoken creature and temporarily assume its form, providing a dynamic advantage during combat before returning the original card to play. Collectors and players alike appreciate the Identity Thief for its clever design and utility within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Its presence in the Eldritch Moon set highlights the creative potential of Shapeshifter cards, making it a notable addition to any themed collection. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a set of powerful creatures, this card stands out for its unique mechanics and artistic presentation. The Identity Thief continues to be a favorite among enthusiasts who value both aesthetic appeal and functional versatility in their Magic: The Gathering cards.
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Featured Subject
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Identity Thief
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Magali Villeneuve
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}{U}
Creature — Shapeshifter
0 / 3
U
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Whenever this creature attacks, you may exile another target nontoken creature. If you do, this creature becomes a copy of that creature until end of turn. Return the exiled card to the battlefield under its owner's control at the beginning of the next end step.