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The 2011 Dread Return foil card from Magic: The Gathering's Premium Deck Series: Graveborn. Card number 23, this uncommon sorcery offers powerful graveyard recursion with a flashback mechanic.

Dread Return

2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Premium Deck Series: Graveborn

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Product Overview

Description

Dread Return stands as a formidable sorcery within the 2011 Premium Deck Series: Graveborn expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Identified as card number 23 in the PD3 set, this uncommon card features a foil finish that catches the light, appealing to collectors who appreciate the tactile quality of premium releases. The artwork is created by Kev Walker, whose distinctive style brings the card’s dark thematic elements to life for fans of the game’s gothic aesthetic. From a gameplay perspective, Dread Return provides a versatile tool for players building decks centered on graveyard strategies. The card allows you to return a target creature card from your graveyard directly to the battlefield, offering immediate value and board presence. Additionally, it features the flashback mechanic, enabling players to cast the card from their graveyard by sacrificing three creatures. This dual functionality makes it a strategic asset in competitive play, where resource management and recursion are key to long-term success. For collectors, the Premium Deck Series: Graveborn is a niche but highly regarded subset of Magic: The Gathering products. Released in 2011, these premium decks were designed to showcase specific themes and mechanics, providing a curated experience for enthusiasts. The foil treatment on Dread Return adds to its collectibility, making it a sought-after item for those completing the PD3 set or focusing on specific artist prints. Whether you are looking to enhance your gameplay with powerful recursion options or expand your Magic: The Gathering collection with a well-designed foil card, Dread Return offers both utility and aesthetic appeal. Its enduring presence in the game’s history highlights the depth and creativity of Magic: The Gathering’s card design over the years.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2011

Series

Premium Deck Series: Graveborn

Card Number

#23

Featured Subject

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Featured

Dread Return

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Uncommon

Artist

Kev Walker

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{2}{B}{B}

Type

Sorcery

Color

B

Card Text

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Return target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield. Flashback—Sacrifice three creatures. (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its flashback cost. Then exile it.)

Those who forget the horrors of the past are doomed to re-meet them.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of Dread Return?

Dread Return has a mana cost of {2}{B}{B}, requiring a total of four mana to cast from hand. Its mana value is 4, which is important for cards that care about total mana spent or converted mana cost.

How does the flashback mechanic work on this card?

The flashback mechanic allows you to cast Dread Return from your graveyard by sacrificing three creatures. Once used for flashback, the card is exiled instead of going to the graveyard or hand, preventing it from being reused immediately.

Who illustrated the art for Dread Return?

The art for Dread Return was created by Kev Walker. His illustration is featured on the foil version of the card from the 2011 Premium Deck Series: Graveborn set.

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