Read the Bones is a Common sorcery card from the 2015 Magic Origins set. This product covers card number 114, featuring artwork by Lars Grant-West.
Read the Bones
2015 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic Origins
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Read the Bones stands as a notable entry in the 2015 Magic Origins expansion, serving card number 114 for collectors of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. As a Common rarity card, it is a fundamental component for enthusiasts building complete sets or exploring the strategic depth of the original release. The card functions as a Black sorcery, allowing players to scry two before drawing two additional cards, though it requires the payment of two life. This mechanical trade-off defines its utility in gameplay scenarios where card advantage is prioritized over health reserves. Artistically, the card showcases the distinctive style of illustrator Lars Grant-West, whose work contributes to the visual identity of the Magic Origins era. Collectors often seek this print for its clear representation of the set's design language and its role in the broader narrative of the Magic: The Gathering universe. Whether you are assembling a comprehensive collection of the Magic Origins set or focusing on specific card types like sorceries, Read the Bones offers a tangible connection to this pivotal year in TCG history. The consistent production of Common cards like this one ensures ongoing availability for dedicated hobbyists.
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Read the Bones
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Lars Grant-West
Card Stock
English
{2}{B}
Sorcery
B
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Scry 2, then draw two cards. You lose 2 life. (To scry 2, look at the top two cards of your library, then put any number of them on the bottom and the rest on top in any order.)
The dead know lessons the living haven't learned.
