# 2022 Magic: The Gathering Jumpstart 2022 #473

> Strangling Spores, card #473 from the Jumpstart 2022 expansion in Magic: The Gathering. This common instant card targets a creature, reducing its power and toughness by 3 until end of turn.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2022
- **Brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set**: Jumpstart 2022
- **Card Number**: 473
- **Featured**: Strangling Spores
- **Game**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Rarity**: Common
- **Mana cost**: {3}{B}
- **Type**: Instant
- **Color**: B
- **Language**: English
- **Material**: Card Stock
- **Finish**: Normal

## Description

Strangling Spores is card number 473 from the Jumpstart 2022 expansion of Magic: The Gathering, released in 2022. Printed as a common card with the set code J22, this Instant spell features a mana cost of {3}{B} and a mana value of 4. The card is colored black, with a black color identity, and was illustrated by Jason A. Engle. The card's primary effect targets a creature, reducing its power and toughness by three until the end of the turn. This mechanical function allows players to neutralize threats or finish off damaged enemies within a single turn cycle. The printed flavor text evokes a dark narrative, imagining tiny mushrooms cropping up within the lungs, which complements the card's black mana identity and its ability to weaken opponents. The Jumpstart 2022 set includes Strangling Spores, a black Instant card numbered 473. As a common rarity, Strangling Spores is accessible for both new and experienced players looking to expand their library. The card's straightforward design and utility make it a staple for those interested in the competitive and casual aspects of the game.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Strangling Spores?

Strangling Spores has a mana cost of {3}{B} and a mana value of 4. It is a black Instant card from the Jumpstart 2022 set.

### How does the Strangling Spores card effect work?

The card targets a creature and gives it -3/-3 until the end of the turn. This reduces the creature's power and toughness, potentially destroying it if its toughness reaches zero.

### Who illustrated the Strangling Spores card?

The card was illustrated by Jason A. Engle. It is card number 473 in the Jumpstart 2022 set, which was released in 2022.

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