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The Magic: The Gathering Boneyard Wurm (#171) from the 2011 Innistrad expansion is an Uncommon green creature card known for its scaling power and toughness based on graveyard contents.

Boneyard Wurm

2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Innistrad

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Product Overview

Description

The Magic: The Gathering Boneyard Wurm, designated as card number 171, originates from the 2011 Innistrad expansion. This Uncommon green creature card offers a distinct mechanical interaction that appeals to players who build strategies centered on resource management and card advantage. With a mana cost of {1}{G} and a mana value of 2, the card provides an efficient early-game presence that scales dynamically throughout the match. The core ability of Boneyard Wurm ties its power and toughness directly to the number of creature cards in your graveyard. This mechanic rewards players who utilize discard effects, sacrifice outlets, or other removal spells, turning discarded resources into a formidable defensive wall or aggressive threat. As the graveyard fills during gameplay, the Wurm grows significantly, making it a versatile asset that adapts to the pace of the game. The illustration reflects the horror themes prevalent in the set, featuring a massive, skeletal beast rising from the depths. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often seek out specific cards like Boneyard Wurm to complete their sets or to preserve the artistic heritage of the Innistrad era. For investors and hobbyists, this card represents a tangible piece of TCG history from a pivotal year in the game's evolution. Whether you are a seasoned collector tracking down every Uncommon from the set or a new enthusiast building your first library, adding this card to your collection ensures you own a functional and thematic piece of Magic's legacy. The platform caters to the diverse needs of collectors, from those seeking to complete a specific set to those looking to acquire key pieces for their decks.

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Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

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Year

2011

Series

Innistrad

Card Number

#171

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.

Rarity

Uncommon

Artist

Jaime Jones

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{G}

Type

Creature — Wurm

Power / Toughness

* / *

Color

G

Card Text

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Boneyard Wurm's power and toughness are each equal to the number of creature cards in your graveyard.

The only thing it likes more than discovering a pit of bones is adding to it.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of Boneyard Wurm?

Boneyard Wurm has a mana cost of {1}{G} and a mana value of 2. It is a green creature card that requires one generic mana and one green mana to cast.

How does Boneyard Wurm's ability work?

Boneyard Wurm's power and toughness are each equal to the number of creature cards in your graveyard. This means it gets stronger as more creature cards are placed in your graveyard during the game.

Who illustrated the Boneyard Wurm card?

The artwork for Boneyard Wurm was created by Jaime Jones. Her illustration is part of the visual style established for the 2011 Innistrad set.

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