The 2005 Magic: The Gathering Carven Caryatid foil card (155) from the Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion, featuring the iconic Spirit creature design.
Carven Caryatid
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ravnica: City of Guilds
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Released in 2005 as part of the Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion, Carven Caryatid stands as a memorable creature card within the Magic: The Trading Card Game. This Uncommon card, identified by set code RAV and card number 155, features a distinctive foil treatment that enhances its visual appeal for collectors. As a green Spirit with a mana cost of {1}{G}{G}, it offers strategic value through its defender ability and card draw effect, making it a functional piece of gameplay history. For fans of the Ravnica block, this card represents the lush, nature-infused aesthetic of the plane's ancient spirits. The foil variant adds a layer of sophistication to any collection, drawing attention to the detailed artistry typical of Jim Nelson's work during this era. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Ravnica: City of Guilds sets or to build themed decks centered around the Spirit subtype. Its enduring presence in the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem ensures it remains a relevant and desirable item for both casual players and serious investors looking to add a classic foil gem to their catalog. Whether for display or gameplay, this card captures the essence of mid-2000s Magic design.
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Carven Caryatid
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Jim Nelson
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{G}{G}
Creature — Spirit
2 / 5
G
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Defender (This creature can't attack.) When this creature enters, draw a card.
So-called "old wood" is rare in deforested Ravnica. Statues carved from it are said to house the last of the ancient nature spirits.