The 2009 Magic: The Gathering Pithing Needle (Card #217) is a rare artifact from the M10 core set, essential for TCG enthusiasts completing their collections.
Pithing Needle
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic
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Pithing Needle, card number 217, is a notable rare artifact from the 2009 Magic: The Gathering M10 core set. Designed by Pete Venters, this single-mana artifact provides strategic utility by allowing the player to choose a card name, preventing the activated abilities of sources with that name from being activated, unless they are mana abilities. As a foundational piece of the M10 release, it holds significant interest for collectors building complete sets of the era. The card's straightforward yet powerful effect has made it a staple in various Magic: The Gathering strategies, drawing attention from both casual players and serious investors in trading card game collectibles. Its presence in the M10 set underscores the game's focus on interactive gameplay and counter-strategy. For those seeking to complete their M10 collection, this artifact is a critical component.
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Pithing Needle
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Pete Venters
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English
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As this artifact enters, choose a card name. Activated abilities of sources with the chosen name can't be activated unless they're mana abilities.
It disables with pinpoint accuracy.