Giant Spider, card number 244 from Magic: The Gathering's 2005 Ninth Edition. A foundational green creature featuring the Reach ability.
Giant Spider
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ninth Edition
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The Giant Spider stands as a recognizable staple in Magic: The Gathering’s Ninth Edition, released in 2005. Identified by card number 244, this green creature embodies the strategic depth collectors appreciate in classic sets. With a mana cost of three green mana and a mana value of four, it offers a reliable presence on the battlefield. This card features the Reach ability, allowing it to block flying creatures—a crucial mechanic for green decks that value board control. For collectors building the Ninth Edition catalog, this card represents an accessible yet meaningful piece of TCG history. Whether you are a veteran player or new to the hobby, Giant Spider offers both nostalgic value and strategic relevance. Its enduring presence in the TCG community highlights the lasting appeal of Magic: The Gathering’s core mechanics and design philosophy.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Giant Spider
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Randy Gallegos
Card Stock
English
{3}{G}
Creature — Spider
2 / 4
G
Card Text
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Reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.)
Watching the spider's web —Llanowar expression meaning "focusing on the wrong thing"