The 2003 Mirrodin expansion features the foil Lifespark Spellbomb at card number 197, offering collectors a dual-effect artifact with green mana identity.
Lifespark Spellbomb
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirrodin
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Designed by Jim Nelson, this Magic: The Gathering card carries a mana cost of one and a mana value of one, making it an efficient inclusion in various strategies. The card features a green color identity, allowing it to interact with green-based decks effectively. Lifespark Spellbomb offers two distinct sacrifice abilities that appeal to collectors interested in the mechanical depth of the Mirrodin block. Players can activate the first ability by paying green mana to turn a target land into a 3/3 creature until the end of the turn, preserving its land status for mana production. Alternatively, spending one mana allows the holder to sacrifice the artifact and draw a card, providing immediate resource advantage. This dual functionality makes it a notable piece for those studying the design evolution of artifact cards during this era. For collectors, foil versions of common cards from the Mirrodin set hold a specific appeal due to their shimmering finish and historical significance. As the Mirrodin expansion explored the world of metal and machinery, cards like Lifespark Spellbomb represent the intersection of utility and thematic design. Whether you are building a set of Mirrodin foils or seeking artifacts with unique text boxes, this card remains a key component of the collection. Understanding the specific rules and interactions of cards like Lifespark Spellbomb enhances the appreciation of the Mirrodin era. The card’s ability to provide both board presence and card advantage in a single package reflects the design philosophy of its time. Collectors often seek out these cards to complete their Mirrodin sets or to explore the intricate mechanics that defined the block's gameplay.
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Lifespark Spellbomb
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Jim Nelson
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}
Artifact
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{G}, Sacrifice this artifact: Until end of turn, target land becomes a 3/3 creature that's still a land. {1}, Sacrifice this artifact: Draw a card.
"Awaken that which was never asleep." —Spellbomb inscription






