The Kill Switch foil card (NEM #133) from Magic: The Gathering's 2000 Nemesis set, a rare artifact that controls the board by halting opponent untaps.
Kill Switch
2000 • Magic: The Gathering • Nemesis
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Description
The Kill Switch foil card stands as a formidable artifact within the 2000 Nemesis expansion of Magic: The Gathering. Designated as card number 133, this rare piece features a mana cost of three and offers a unique mechanical advantage that has fascinated players and collectors since its release. The card’s ability allows a player to tap all other artifacts on the battlefield, preventing them from untapping during their controllers' subsequent untap steps for as long as Kill Switch remains tapped. This disruptive effect provides a strategic layer of control, making it a memorable inclusion in the Nemesis block. The foil treatment applied to Kill Switch adds a distinct visual appeal, with a shimmering finish that highlights the artifact's significance. Illustrated by Brian Snõddy, the card captures the essence of the game’s dark fantasy aesthetic. The flavor text hints at the strategic depth of the card, suggesting that success often depends on knowing precisely which lever to pull to gain the upper hand. For collectors, the Nemesis Kill Switch foil represents a key component of completing the set. Its status as a rare card within the expansion makes it a sought-after item for those building comprehensive collections. The combination of its unique gameplay mechanics and the prestigious foil finish ensures that this card remains a standout piece for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Whether for gameplay utility or collection completeness, the Kill Switch foil from Nemesis offers both historical value and mechanical intrigue.
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Featured
Kill Switch
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Brian Snõddy
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}
Artifact
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{2}, {T}: Tap all other artifacts. They don't untap during their controllers' untap steps for as long as this artifact remains tapped.
Success is largely a matter of knowing which lever to pull.






