The 2003 Magic: The Gathering Legions Bane of the Living foil card (#60) is a rare black Insect creature featuring the strategic Morph mechanic.
Bane of the Living
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Legions
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Released in 2003 as part of the Legions expansion, the Bane of the Living is a rare black Insect creature card numbered 60. This foil version features artwork by Justin Sweet and brings a strategic twist to gameplay through the Morph ability. Players can cast the card face down as a 2/2 creature for three generic mana, keeping their options hidden until the right moment. When turned face up by paying its morph cost of two black mana, it triggers a powerful effect that reduces the power and toughness of all other creatures on the battlefield by an amount determined by the initial face-down cost. This interaction makes the card a versatile tool in the black color identity, allowing for surprise attacks and board control. Collectors of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game appreciate this card for its clever design and the depth it adds to the Legions set. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a desirable addition for those building their MTG collections. Whether used for casual play or added to a curated assortment of rare cards, the Bane of the Living offers both mechanical intrigue and aesthetic quality for enthusiasts of the genre.
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Bane of the Living
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Justin Sweet
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{B}{B}
Creature — Insect
4 / 3
B
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Morph {X}{B}{B} (You may cast this card face down as a 2/2 creature for {3}. Turn it face up any time for its morph cost.) When this creature is turned face up, all creatures get -X/-X until end of turn.