The Icy Manipulator is a classic artifact card from Magic: The Gathering's 2005 Ninth Edition release, offering versatile disruption for collectors and players.
Icy Manipulator
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ninth Edition
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The Icy Manipulator, identified as card number 299 in the 2005 Ninth Edition set, remains a recognizable piece of Magic: The Gathering history. Designed by Matt Cavotta, this artifact card provides a straightforward yet effective method for controlling the board. Its ability allows players to tap target artifacts, creatures, or lands for a single mana and tap symbol, making it a reliable tool for disrupting opponent strategies. As a core set release, Ninth Edition serves as a foundational entry point for new players while offering nostalgic value for veterans. Collectors often seek out cards from this era to complete their Ninth Edition collections or to acquire staples that have stood the test of time. The product represents a specific moment in the game's evolution, capturing the design philosophy of the mid-2000s. Whether you are building a vintage library or simply appreciate the mechanical simplicity of early artifact interactions, this card holds a distinct place in the TCG landscape.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Icy Manipulator
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Matt Cavotta
Card Stock
English
{4}
Artifact
Card Text
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{1}, {T}: Tap target artifact, creature, or land.
In fire there is the spark of chaos and destruction, the seed of life. In ice there is perfect tranquility, perfect order, and the silence of death.