The Grave Pact star foil from Magic: The Gathering's Ninth Edition is a distinctive collector's item featuring the iconic enchantment card with a unique starfoil treatment.
Grave Pact
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ninth Edition
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Released in 2005, Magic: The Gathering's Ninth Edition established a definitive era for the trading card game, offering a comprehensive collection of staple cards that remain foundational to the hobby. Among these staples is Grave Pact, identified by card number 135★, which features the distinctive starfoil treatment that sets it apart from standard prints. This finish adds a unique visual appeal, catching the light with a specialized shimmer that collectors actively seek when building complete sets or expanding their library of rare enchantments. The card itself represents a powerful strategic element, requiring three black mana to cast and impacting the board state by forcing opponents to sacrifice creatures whenever one of yours falls. For investors and hobbyists alike, the starfoil variant holds significant interest due to its limited production run compared to regular foils. Its enduring popularity stems from its mechanical utility and the prestige associated with the Ninth Edition print run. Whether you are looking to complete a set of starfoils or simply add a visually striking piece to your collection, this card remains a cornerstone of the Magic: The Gathering landscape.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Grave Pact
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Puddnhead
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{B}{B}{B}
Enchantment
B
Card Text
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Whenever a creature you control dies, each other player sacrifices a creature of their choice.
"The bonds of loyalty can tie one to the grave." —Crovax, ascendant evincar
