The Aether Spellbomb is a foil common artifact card from the 2003 Mirrodin set. This versatile card offers dual utility for Magic: The Gathering players and collectors.
Aether Spellbomb
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirrodin
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The Aether Spellbomb is a foil common artifact card from the 2003 Mirrodin set, identified as card number 141 in the Mirrodin expansion. Designed by artist Jim Nelson, this artifact carries a mana cost of one and belongs to the blue color identity within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. As a foil variant, the card features a distinctive reflective finish that distinguishes it from non-foil prints, appealing to collectors who appreciate the aesthetic depth of the Mirrodin era. In gameplay, the Aether Spellbomb provides two powerful activated abilities that can be activated by sacrificing the artifact. Players may pay one blue mana to return a target creature to its owner's hand, offering a flexible removal option. Alternatively, by paying one generic mana, the card allows the player to draw a card, providing essential card advantage. This dual functionality makes the Aether Spellbomb a staple in various deck archetypes that require interaction and resource generation. The card's flavor text, "Release that which was never caged," hints at the intricate, mechanical world of Mirrodin, where artifacts and metal dominate the landscape. For collectors, this card represents a key piece of Magic: The Gathering history from the Mirrodin block. Whether you are building a collection focused on specific sets, exploring the evolution of artifact mechanics, or seeking reliable cards for competitive play, the Aether Spellbomb foil offers both historical significance and practical utility., you can find this classic card to complete your Mirrodin collection or enhance your gameplay strategies.
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Card Details
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Aether Spellbomb
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Jim Nelson
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}
Artifact
Card Text
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{U}, Sacrifice this artifact: Return target creature to its owner's hand. {1}, Sacrifice this artifact: Draw a card.
"Release that which was never caged." —Spellbomb inscription












