The Krovikan Fetish is a 1997 Common enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering Fifth Edition set, identified by card number 172. This artifact appeals to collectors focused on vintage TCG history and complete set acquisition.
Krovikan Fetish
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Fifth Edition
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The Krovikan Fetish stands as a distinct entry in the 1997 Fifth Edition of Magic: The Gathering, bearing the card number 172. As a Common rarity card within this foundational release, it represents the black mana color identity central to many classic strategies. The card functions as an Enchantment — Aura, allowing players to enchant a creature and grant it a +1/+1 boost. Its unique ability triggers during the next turn's upkeep, enabling the controller to draw a card, blending resource generation with board presence. For collectors of vintage trading card games, Fifth Edition remains a cornerstone set due to its widespread distribution and iconic design. The Krovikan Fetish is often sought after by those looking to complete their Fifth Edition collections or those interested in the early mechanical evolution of Aura enchantments. The product is identified by set code 5ED and features artwork by Heather Hudson, contributing to its identity within the Magic: The Gathering canon. Enthusiasts of 1990s TCGs frequently track these cards for their historical significance in shaping the game's early meta. This card serves as a tangible piece of gaming history for anyone building a comprehensive library of Magic: The Gathering releases.
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Card Details
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Krovikan Fetish
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Heather Hudson
Card Stock
English
{2}{B}
Enchantment — Aura
B
Card Text
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Enchant creature When this Aura enters, draw a card at the beginning of the next turn's upkeep. Enchanted creature gets +1/+1.
Some Krovikans find strength in the ears and eyes of their victims and wear such fetishes into battle.