What is the ability of the Karplusan Yeti card?

The Karplusan Yeti has an activated ability that allows you to tap it to deal damage equal to its power to a target creature. In return, that target creature deals damage equal to its power to the Karplusan Yeti. This creates a direct damage exchange effect.

Is the Karplusan Yeti from the Ninth Edition set rare?

Yes, the Karplusan Yeti in the Ninth Edition is classified as a Rare card. The specific Star Foil version listed here features a premium finish that is less common than standard foil versions, making it particularly sought after by collectors of the 9ED expansion.

Who illustrated the Karplusan Yeti card?

The artwork for the Karplusan Yeti in the Ninth Edition was created by Wayne England. His illustration is a well-known piece among Magic: The Gathering fans, depicting the creature in its native snowy environment.

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The 2005 Magic: The Gathering Ninth Edition Karplusan Yeti Star Foil card (198★) is a sought-after Red creature with a unique damage-swapping ability.

Karplusan Yeti

2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ninth Edition

2005 Magic: The Gathering Ninth Edition

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The Karplusan Yeti from the 2005 Ninth Edition set stands out in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game for its distinct mechanical interaction and premium finish. As a Red creature with a mana cost of {3}{R}{R}, this 3/3 Yeti offers a strategic advantage through its activated ability, allowing players to exchange damage between creatures. The card, numbered 198★, features a rare Star Foil treatment that distinguishes it within the core set, making it a notable piece for collectors focusing on foil variants or the Ninth Edition expansion. Illustrated by Wayne England, this card represents a classic era of the game's design, appealing to those who appreciate the foundational cards that shaped competitive play and casual collections alike. The combination of the iconic creature type, the rare foil finish, and the set's historical significance makes the Karplusan Yeti a valuable addition to any Magic: The Gathering library.

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2005

Brand

Magic: The Gathering

Series

Ninth Edition

Card Number

#198★

Featured Subject

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Featured

Karplusan Yeti

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Wayne England

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{3}{R}{R}

Type

Creature — Yeti

Power / Toughness

3 / 3

Color

Card Text

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{T}: This creature deals damage equal to its power to target creature. That creature deals damage equal to its power to this creature.