The strategic depth of Magic: The Gathering with Drift of the Dead, a unique Wall creature from the 2008 Masters Edition II set.
Drift of the Dead
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition II
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Drift of the Dead is a distinct creature card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, released as part of the Masters Edition II set in 2008. Identified as card number 86, this Common rarity piece features artwork by Brian Snõddy and serves as a foundational defensive option for black-aligned decks. As a Wall creature with a mana cost of {3}{B}, it offers a robust defensive presence on the battlefield, utilizing the Defender keyword to prevent attacks while it grows in power. Its unique ability scales its power and toughness based on the number of snow lands you control, rewarding players who build around specific land types to create a formidable obstacle for opponents. Collectors appreciate this card for its clever design mechanics and its role in the Masters Edition II expansion, which brings together reprinted classics in a premium format. Whether you are a dedicated collector of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards or a player looking to add versatile defenders to your collection, Drift of the Dead represents a smart addition to any library. The card’s synergy with snow lands makes it a favorite among players who enjoy strategic land-deck builds, offering both defensive stability and offensive potential as the board state evolves.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Drift of the Dead
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Brian Snõddy
Card Stock
English
{3}{B}
Creature — Wall
* / *
B
Card Text
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Defender (This creature can't attack.) Drift of the Dead's power and toughness are each equal to the number of snow lands you control.
"Take their dead, and entomb them in the snow. Risen, they shall serve a new purpose." —Lim-Dûl, the Necromancer