The identity and collector appeal of the Sliversmith card from Magic: The Gathering's 2007 Future Sight expansion.
Sliversmith
2007 • Magic: The Gathering • Future Sight
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Released in 2007 as part of the Future Sight expansion, the Sliversmith card (card number 163) holds a distinct place within Magic: The Gathering history. This uncommon Artifact Creature — Spellshaper challenges collectors and players with its unique mechanics, allowing users to discard a card to create a 1/1 colorless Metallic Sliver token. Designed by artist John Avon, the card features flavor text that highlights the Sliver hive's relentless drive to replicate itself, adding narrative depth to its gameplay utility. Collectors often seek this card for its iconic design and its role in the Sliver tribal archetype, making it a valuable addition to any Future Sight collection. The card's enduring appeal stems from its clever interaction with the Sliver mechanic, which has remained a favorite among dedicated players since its introduction. Whether building a themed deck or completing a set, the Sliversmith represents a pivotal moment in Magic's design evolution, blending strategic gameplay with thematic storytelling.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Sliversmith
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
John Avon
Card Stock
English
{2}
Artifact Creature — Spellshaper
1 / 1
Card Text
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{1}, {T}, Discard a card: Create a 1/1 colorless Sliver artifact creature token named Metallic Sliver.
After centuries of labor, its creations outnumber those they were to mimic.