The rare foil Spitting Image card #162 from Magic: The Gathering's 2008 Eventide expansion, featuring unique retrace mechanics and a distinctive mana cost.
Spitting Image
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Eventide
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The Spitting Image card #162 from the 2008 Eventide expansion offers a distinct strategic option for Magic: The Gathering collectors and players. As a rare sorcery card, it features a mana cost of {4}{G/U}{G/U} and provides the ability to create a token that is a copy of a target creature. Its defining feature is the retrace ability, allowing players to cast it from their graveyard by discarding a land card, adding layers of depth to deck construction. The card's blue-green color identity makes it a versatile addition to control or tempo-based strategies. Collectors often seek this card number to complete their Eventide sets, appreciating the intricate art and the card's mechanical uniqueness. Whether used in casual games or studied for its design, the Spitting Image foil remains a notable piece of Magic: The Gathering history, representing the creative experimentation of the late 2000s era. For enthusiasts of the trading card game, this card serves as a tangible link to the Eventide era, showcasing the blend of fantasy art and complex rules that define the product. The retrace mechanic adds a layer of strategic depth, making it a favorite among those who enjoy resource management and graveyard interactions. Its status as a rare card enhances its collectibility, drawing interest from both casual fans and serious collectors looking to own a piece of Magic's rich legacy.
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Spitting Image
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Jim Nelson
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{G/U}{G/U}
Sorcery
G, U
Card Text
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Create a token that's a copy of target creature. Retrace (You may cast this card from your graveyard by discarding a land card in addition to paying its other costs.)
Spitting is the customary greeting between a creature and its magical impostor.