Silumgar, the Drifting Death

Description

Silumgar, the Drifting Death (157s) is a legendary dragon creature from the 2015 Magic: The Gathering Fate Reforged Promos set. Printed in foil by artist Steven Belledin, this rare card demands a mana cost of {4}{U}{B} to enter the battlefield. With a mana value of 6, it enters as a substantial presence with 3 power and 7 toughness. The card’s rules text provides two key abilities: flying and hexproof. Hexproof ensures that creatures defending player controls cannot target Silumgar with spells or abilities. Its triggered ability activates whenever a dragon you control attacks, giving creatures the defending player controls -1/-1 until end of turn. This effect makes it a formidable offensive tool when paired with other dragons. Collectors value this card for its unique status as a promotional release distinct from the standard Fate Reforged set code (PFRF). The foil treatment adds a distinct visual layer to the card, appealing to those who prioritize finish and presentation in their collection. As a promo card, it holds a specific place in the broader Magic: The Gathering catalog, often sought after by those completing specialized sets or building dragon-themed collections. Its combination of defensive hexproof and aggressive board impact makes it a notable piece for enthusiasts of the format. The card’s flavor text, attributed to Tasigur, the Golden Fang, reads: "No machinations, no puppet strings, no plots. Just pure, sweeping death." This quote underscores the card's thematic role as an unstoppable force of destruction in the game's narrative.