The 2020 Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths Dirge Bat foil card (#289) is a rare Rare creature featuring mutate mechanics and flying for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
2020 • Magic: The Gathering • Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths
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Illustrated by Kev Walker, this card features a distinct black color identity and a mana value of four, making it a strategic addition to any deck. The creature type is Bat, and it possesses both Flash and Flying abilities, allowing for flexible deployment during gameplay. A key feature of the Dirge Bat is its mutate ability, which costs {4}{B}{B}. When cast for this mutate cost, the card can be placed over or under a target non-Human creature you control. This action causes the target to mutate into a combined entity, retaining the top creature's characteristics while gaining all abilities from the creatures underneath it. This mechanic adds a layer of depth to creature management, allowing collectors and players to appreciate the card's unique interaction mechanics. Whenever the Dirge Bat mutates, it triggers an effect that destroys a target creature or planeswalker an opponent controls. This powerful removal capability makes the card highly sought after by those looking to complete their Ikoria set or build competitive decks. The foil finish adds a premium aesthetic to the card, enhancing its visual appeal for collectors who value both gameplay utility and presentation. Whether you are a seasoned player or a casual collector, the Dirge Bat represents a significant piece of the Ikoria expansion, offering both mechanical intrigue and collectible value within the Magic: The Gathering universe.
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Featured
Dirge Bat
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Kev Walker
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{B}{B}
Creature — Bat
3 / 3
B
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Mutate {4}{B}{B} (If you cast this spell for its mutate cost, put it over or under target non-Human creature you own. They mutate into the creature on top plus all abilities from under it.) Flash Flying Whenever this creature mutates, destroy target creature or planeswalker an opponent controls.
FAQ
Mutate allows you to cast the Dirge Bat over or under a non-Human creature you control, combining them into one creature. The new creature retains the top card's characteristics and gains all abilities from the cards underneath it.
The Dirge Bat has Flash, Flying, and a Mutate ability. When it mutates, it triggers an effect that destroys a target creature or planeswalker an opponent controls.
The Dirge Bat card from the Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths set was illustrated by Kev Walker, known for his distinctive style in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
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