This 2022 Magic: The Gathering trading card features the transformative creature Panicked Bystander // Cackling Culprit from the Innistrad: Double Feature set.
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Innistrad: Double Feature
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The 2022 Magic: The Gathering release Innistrad: Double Feature introduced a distinct take on the franchise's gothic horror themes, and card number 295 stands out as a prime example of this creative direction. Panicked Bystander // Cackling Culprit is an Uncommon foil card that captures the essence of the set's narrative through its innovative double-faced design. As a Human Peasant creature with a mana cost of {1}{W}, it offers strategic depth for players who enjoy life-gain strategies and transformation mechanics. The card's gameplay revolves around a unique trigger: whenever this creature or another creature you control dies, you gain 1 life. This ability encourages players to build decks that can sacrifice creatures or leverage death triggers effectively. The true potential of this card unlocks at the beginning of your end step if you have gained 3 or more life that turn, causing the card to transform into its second face, Cackling Culprit. This transition from a passive life-gainer to an active threat exemplifies the dynamic nature of the Innistrad: Double Feature set. Collectors appreciate this card not only for its mechanical ingenuity but also for its aesthetic presentation. The foil finish adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a desirable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Aaron Miller’s artwork brings the character to life, capturing the tension and humor inherent in the flavor text. Whether you are building a competitive deck or simply curating a library of unique cards, this transformative creature offers a compelling blend of strategy and style. The Innistrad: Double Feature set continues to be a favorite among fans for its innovative card designs and rich storytelling, and this card is a key piece of that legacy.
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Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Aaron Miller
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{W}
Creature — Human Peasant
2 / 2
W
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Whenever this creature or another creature you control dies, you gain 1 life. At the beginning of your end step, if you gained 3 or more life this turn, transform this creature.
"Help! There's been a horrible murder!"
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The mana cost for this card is {1}{W}, making it a low-cost creature that can be played early in the game. Its mana value is 2, allowing for flexible deck building strategies.
The card transforms into Cackling Culprit at the beginning of your end step if you gained 3 or more life during that turn. This encourages players to utilize life-gain effects effectively.
This card is printed as an Uncommon in the Innistrad: Double Feature set. Its foil version adds a premium finish to the card, appealing to collectors and players alike.
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