Tombstalker

Description

Tombstalker, card number 91 in the 2007 Future Sight expansion, stands as a pivotal design in Magic: The Gathering history. Created by artist Aleksi Briclot, this Rare black Demon creature bridges the gap between raw power and strategic resource management. With a mana cost of six generic and two black mana, this eight-mana-cost card demands careful deck construction but offers significant board presence as a 5/5 flying threat. The card’s true innovation lies in its Delve ability. This mechanic allows players to exile cards from their graveyard to reduce the spell’s generic mana cost by one for each card exiled. This feature fundamentally changed how players approached graveyard management and resource allocation during casting. For collectors, Tombstalker represents a key moment in the evolution of Magic’s mechanics, making it a valuable addition to any serious collection. Its unique interaction between the graveyard and the stack continues to influence design philosophy years after its release. Building a collection around Future Sight offers a deep dive into experimental design that shaped the game’s future.