Ironclaw Curse is a rare Red Aura enchantment card from the 1997 Fifth Edition of Magic: The Gathering, featuring unique blocking restrictions.
Ironclaw Curse
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Fifth Edition
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Ironclaw Curse, numbered 244 in the Fifth Edition set, remains a notable entry in Magic: The Gathering history for its specific mechanical impact on creature combat. Released in 1997, this Red mana-costed enchantment targets a single creature, applying a -0/-1 modifier and preventing it from blocking creatures with power equal to or greater than its own toughness. Designed by Dennis Detwiller, the card exemplifies the strategic depth of mid-90s game design, where simple enchantments could drastically alter board states. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Fifth Edition sets or to build vintage-themed decks that rely on precise creature control. The product represents a key piece of TCG lore, offering both nostalgic value for long-time players and mechanical utility for those interested in the game's evolution. Whether you are a veteran collector or new to the hobby, adding this rare card to your collection provides a tangible connection to one of the most influential expansions in the trading card game's history.
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Ironclaw Curse
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Dennis Detwiller
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English
{R}
Enchantment — Aura
R
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Enchant creature Enchanted creature gets -0/-1. Enchanted creature can't block creatures with power equal to or greater than the enchanted creature's toughness.