The 2002 Magic: The Gathering Judgment foil card Swirling Sandstorm (#102), a common sorcery with Threshold power and art by Tony Szczudlo.
2002 • Magic: The Gathering • Judgment
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Designed with a foil finish, this card features artwork by Tony Szczudlo, capturing the atmospheric intensity of the set's aesthetic. As a single-red card with a mana cost of {3}{R} and a mana value of 4, it offers efficient damage potential for players building red-based strategies. Swirling Sandstorm operates under the Threshold mechanic, a design element that rewards graveyard accumulation. When seven or more cards reside in your graveyard, the spell deals 5 damage to each creature without flying. This ability transforms a standard removal spell into a board-cleansing tool, making it a strategic asset in formats where graveyard resources are abundant. The flavor text, "As dust swept out, vultures swept in," complements the card’s aggressive theme, hinting at the aftermath of the devastation it causes. For Magic: The Gathering collectors, this card represents a tangible piece of the game’s early 2000s history. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a desirable addition to any collection of vintage Magic cards. Whether you are a player seeking to enhance your deck or a collector appreciating the card’s design and history, this piece offers both functional and aesthetic value.
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Swirling Sandstorm
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Tony Szczudlo
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{R}
Sorcery
R
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Threshold — Swirling Sandstorm deals 5 damage to each creature without flying if there are seven or more cards in your graveyard.
As dust swept out, vultures swept in.
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