# 2022 Magic: The Gathering Innistrad: Double Feature #78

> The details of the 2022 Magic: The Gathering card Startle, numbered 78 in the Innistrad: Double Feature set.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2022
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Innistrad: Double Feature
- **Card number**: #78
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Startle is a blue Instant card from the 2022 Magic: The Gathering expansion Innistrad: Double Feature, identified by the set code DBL and card number 78. Designed by Craig J Spearing, this Common rarity card offers a versatile tactical option for players seeking to manipulate the battlefield. With a mana cost of {1}{U}, the spell allows you to target a creature, reducing its power by two until the end of the turn while simultaneously creating a 2/2 black Zombie creature token with the decayed ability. This token cannot block and must be sacrificed at the end of combat, providing immediate board presence at a modest resource investment. The card’s straightforward yet impactful effect highlights the strategic diversity available within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Whether you are building competitive decks or curating a comprehensive library of Magic cards, understanding the role of individual cards like Startle enhances the overall collecting experience. This product serves as a catalog reference for this release, ensuring accurate identification for enthusiasts and traders alike.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of the Startle card?

The Startle card has a mana cost of {1}{U}, requiring one generic mana and one blue mana to cast.

### What effect does Startle have during gameplay?

Startle targets a creature to give it -2/-0 until end of turn and creates a 2/2 black Zombie creature token with decayed.

### Who is the artist for the Innistrad: Double Feature version of Startle?

The artwork for card number 78 in the Innistrad: Double Feature set was created by Craig J Spearing.

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