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The 2022 Pithing Needle foil artifact from Magic: The Gathering's Innistrad: Double Feature set, card number 257, designed to disrupt opponent strategies.

Pithing Needle

2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Innistrad: Double Feature

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Product Overview

Description

The Pithing Needle stands as a versatile artifact in Magic: The Gathering, offering players a strategic tool to counter specific threats during gameplay. Released in 2022 as part of the Innistrad: Double Feature set, this card is identified by the number 257 and features a distinctive foil finish that enhances its visual appeal for collectors. As a one-mana artifact, the Needle allows the player to choose a card name upon entering the battlefield, subsequently preventing the activation of non-mana abilities from sources with that name. This mechanic makes it a flexible answer to a wide variety of opponent strategies, appealing to both competitive players and those who appreciate the tactical depth of the game. The foil treatment adds a layer of collectibility, making it a sought-after piece for those who build their collections around rare treatments or specific set completions. Collectors often seek out cards from the Innistrad: Double Feature set due to its unique design language and connection to the beloved Innistrad plane. The foil version of card #257 represents a premium alternative to the standard print, offering a shimmering aesthetic that stands out in any binder or display. Whether you are looking to complete a set of foil rares or simply add a powerful artifact to your collection, this card provides both functional utility and aesthetic value.

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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

2022

Series

Innistrad: Double Feature

Card Number

#257

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Ovidio Cartagena

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{1}

Type

Artifact

Card Text

Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.

As this artifact enters, choose a card name. Activated abilities of sources with the chosen name can't be activated unless they're mana abilities.

Occasionally a skaab remembers too much of its former life. Luckily, there's an easy cure.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of the Pithing Needle?

The Pithing Needle has a mana cost of one generic mana, making it an inexpensive artifact to play early in the game.

What does the Pithing Needle card do in gameplay?

As the artifact enters the battlefield, you choose a card name; activated abilities of sources with that name cannot be activated unless they are mana abilities.

Is the Pithing Needle from the Innistrad: Double Feature set rare?

Yes, the Pithing Needle card number 257 from the 2022 Innistrad: Double Feature set is classified as a Rare rarity.

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