Skull Skaab is an uncommon Zombie creature card from the 2021 Magic: The Gathering set Innistrad: Crimson Vow, identified by card number 248.
Skull Skaab
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Innistrad: Crimson Vow
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Skull Skaab, designated as card number 248, is a key component of the 2021 Magic: The Gathering expansion Innistrad: Crimson Vow. This uncommon creature card belongs to the Zombie subtype and features a mana cost of {U}{B}, allowing it to enter the battlefield with a power and toughness of 2/2. The card is notable for its exploit mechanic, which enables players to sacrifice a creature upon entry to create a 2/2 black Zombie token whenever another nontoken creature exploits. Designed by artist Nicholas Gregory, this card captures the gothic horror aesthetic that defines the Innistrad block's thematic identity. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards, Skull Skaab represents a tangible piece of TCG history, appealing to those who value strategic gameplay elements alongside thematic consistency. The card's unique ability to generate tokens makes it a discussion point among enthusiasts analyzing card design evolution within the Crimson Vow expansion. Building a collection around this era requires attention to specific card numbers and set codes like VOW, ensuring completeness for serious hobbyists. Whether you are tracking down cards for a specific deck archetype or focusing on the broader narrative of the Innistrad plane, Skull Skaab remains a distinct identifier for fans of the franchise.
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Featured Subject
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Skull Skaab
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Nicholas Gregory
Card Stock
English
{U}{B}
Creature — Zombie
2 / 2
B, U
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Exploit (When this creature enters, you may sacrifice a creature.) Whenever a creature you control exploits a nontoken creature, create a 2/2 black Zombie creature token.