The strategic depth of Magic: The Gathering's Odyssey expansion with this rare Traveling Plague card, identified by number 166.
Traveling Plague
2001 • Magic: The Gathering • Odyssey
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Traveling Plague is a notable Enchantment-Aura from the 2001 Odyssey expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Carrying a mana cost of three generic and two black mana, this rare card (number 166) introduces a persistent threat that escalates over time. As the game progresses through upkeep phases, counters accumulate on the enchanted creature, steadily reducing its power and toughness. This mechanic creates a compelling dilemma for opponents, forcing them to address the threat before it becomes insurmountable. For investors and hobbyists, this card represents a significant piece of early 2000s TCG history. Its unique resolution effect, which allows the Aura to return to the battlefield when its host leaves, adds layers of strategic complexity. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Odyssey sets or to appreciate its intricate game mechanics. The Odyssey series remains a cornerstone for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts, and Traveling Plague stands as a testament to the creative design philosophy of that era. Whether you are building a themed collection or analyzing vintage card strategies, this card offers enduring interest.
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Traveling Plague
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Dave Dorman
Card Stock
English
{3}{B}{B}
Enchantment — Aura
B
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Enchant creature At the beginning of each upkeep, put a plague counter on this Aura. Enchanted creature gets -1/-1 for each plague counter on this Aura. When enchanted creature leaves the battlefield, that creature's controller returns this Aura from its owner's graveyard to the battlefield.