Identify and acquire the 1996 Magic: The Gathering Mirage set card #71, Kukemssa Pirates. This Rare Human Pirate creature features unique artifact interaction gameplay.
Kukemssa Pirates
1996 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirage
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Description
Among the 350 cards in this set, the Kukemssa Pirates card, numbered 71, stands out as a compelling option for collectors seeking rare artifacts from the early era of the Trading Card Game. This card is classified as a Rare, denoting its relative scarcity within the Mirage print run and its significance for set completionists. As a Creature — Human Pirate with a mana cost of {3}{U} and a mana value of 4, this card offers strategic utility that defined the blue archetype of the time. The card's ability allows the controller to gain control of a target artifact when the creature attacks and remains unblocked, sacrificing its own damage output for that turn. This unique mechanic creates dynamic gameplay scenarios, making it a memorable piece for those who appreciate the intricate rules interactions of the Mirage block. The card features artwork by Jock, contributing to the visual identity of the set. For investors and hobbyists alike, the Mirage set holds a special place in the history of Magic: The Gathering. Collecting individual cards from this era, such as the Kukemssa Pirates, allows enthusiasts to preserve a piece of gaming history. Whether you are building a vintage collection, searching for specific rare cards to complete your Mirage binder, or simply appreciate the art and design of 1990s trading cards, this product provides access to a tangible piece of that legacy.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Kukemssa Pirates
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Jock
Card Stock
English
{3}{U}
Creature — Human Pirate
2 / 2
U
Card Text
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Whenever this creature attacks and isn't blocked, you may gain control of target artifact defending player controls. If you do, this creature assigns no combat damage this turn.
". . . pirates gambled with a djinn and lost the thing more dear than gold." —"Love Song of Night and Day"










