The Giant Spider is a green Common creature card from the 2010 Magic: The Gathering Core Set M11, numbered 179 in the base set.
Giant Spider
2010 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic
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The Giant Spider (Card #179) is a foundational green creature from the 2010 Magic: The Gathering Core Set M11. Illustrated by Randy Gallegos, this Common card features a mana cost of {3}{G} and possesses a Power/Toughness of 2/4. Its primary utility lies in its Reach ability, allowing it to block creatures with Flying, making it a versatile defensive piece in early-game strategies. Collectors often seek this card to complete the M11 base set, appreciating its role in the standard format of that era. The card's design reflects the clean, accessible aesthetic that defined the M11 release, which served as a gateway for new players entering the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. For hobbyists building collections or completing specific set runs, the Giant Spider represents a tangible piece of Magic's history. Its straightforward mechanics and iconic spider theme make it a recognizable entry in any M11 collection. Whether for nostalgic purposes or practical deck-building, this card remains a staple of the 2010 core set lineup.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Giant Spider
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Randy Gallegos
Card Stock
English
{3}{G}
Creature — Spider
2 / 4
G
Card Text
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Reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.)
The giant spider's silk naturally resists gravity, almost weaving itself as it blankets the forest canopy.