Identify Fungal Sprouting as card 173 from the Magic 2013 core set, featuring artwork by Brad Rigney.
Fungal Sprouting
2012 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic
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Fungal Sprouting is a green Sorcery card designated as number 173 in the Magic 2013 core set, commonly known by its set code M13. Released in 2012, this uncommon card has established itself as a staple in creature-heavy strategies due to its ability to generate Saproling tokens. The card's effect allows players to create X 1/1 green Saproling creature tokens, where X represents the greatest power among creatures they control. This mechanic makes the card particularly valuable for board acceleration, turning a single powerful creature into an army of tokens. Designed by artist Brad Rigney, the card features flavor text attributed to Ghave, Guru of Spores, which adds narrative depth to the card's identity within the Magic universe. The mana cost of three generic mana and one green mana makes it accessible in the early to mid-game, allowing players to maintain tempo while building their board presence. For collectors, M13 remains a significant release in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, bridging the gap between older core sets and newer design philosophies. Collectors and players alike appreciate Fungal Sprouting for its consistent utility in Constructed formats. Its ability to scale with the player's board state provides flexibility, whether used as a finisher or a stabilizing tool. The card’s straightforward yet powerful effect ensures it remains a relevant piece for those building decks that rely on token generation and overwhelming board presence. As part of the broader M13 collection, this card offers a tangible connection to a pivotal era in the game's history, making it a notable addition for enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
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Fungal Sprouting
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Brad Rigney
Card Stock
English
{3}{G}
Sorcery
G
Card Text
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Create X 1/1 green Saproling creature tokens, where X is the greatest power among creatures you control.
"Saprolings need only a host to feed upon. Numbers will take care of the rest." —Ghave, Guru of Spores






