Spirit Shackle is a foundational Black Enchantment — Aura card from the 1994 Magic: The Gathering Legends expansion, known for its distinctive tapping mechanic.
Spirit Shackle
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • Legends
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Released in 1994 as card number 117, Spirit Shackle is a notable entry in the Magic: The Gathering Legends expansion. This Black card functions as an Enchantment — Aura that requires a two-black mana investment to cast. Its primary function revolves around controlling opposing creatures by placing negative counters whenever the enchanted target becomes tapped. This design offered early players a strategic way to weaken enemy threats without direct damage, making it a staple in control-oriented strategies during the game's formative years. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Legends set or to appreciate its role in the evolution of aura enchantments. The card's straightforward rules text and historical significance within the Legends block make it a relevant piece for TCG enthusiasts interested in the game's early mechanical innovations. For investors and hobbyists, Spirit Shackle represents a tangible connection to the foundational era of trading card game design, where simple yet impactful mechanics defined competitive play.
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Spirit Shackle
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Edward P. Beard, Jr.
Card Stock
English
{B}{B}
Enchantment — Aura
B
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Enchant creature Whenever enchanted creature becomes tapped, put a -0/-2 counter on it.