The details of Mutagenic Growth, card 116 from the 2011 New Phyrexia set, featuring a distinctive foil finish and unique mana cost mechanics.
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • New Phyrexia
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Mutagenic Growth is a one-mana Instant card from the New Phyrexia expansion, released in 2011. As card number 116 in the set, this foil print offers collectors a tangible connection to one of Magic: The Gathering's most mechanically dense eras. The card allows players to target a creature, giving it a +2/+2 boost until the end of the turn, while offering a unique payment choice: the green mana cost can be paid with either traditional green mana or by paying two life. This design reflects the set's overarching theme of biomechanical corruption, where life and power are often traded for strength. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual interest, making this print a favorite among those who appreciate the aesthetic diversity of the New Phyrexia release. Collectors often seek out individual cards like this to complete their set collections or to acquire specific treatments that enhance the physical appeal of their library. Its straightforward yet impactful effect makes it a recognizable piece of Magic history. Whether you are building a collection of foil cards from this era or simply appreciate the artistry of Dave Kendall, this card represents a significant piece of the 2011 Magic landscape.
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Mutagenic Growth
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Dave Kendall
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English
Foil
{G/P}
Instant
G
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({G/P} can be paid with either {G} or 2 life.) Target creature gets +2/+2 until end of turn.
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