The Grave-Shell Scarab is a Rare Insect creature from the 2005 Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion. This card features the unique Dredge mechanic and is illustrated by Pete Venters.
Grave-Shell Scarab
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ravnica: City of Guilds
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The Grave-Shell Scarab is a notable Rare card from the 2005 Magic: The Gathering Ravnica: City of Guilds set. As card number 211, it represents a significant entry for collectors focusing on the Ravnica block or those building their complete RAV collection. This creature card introduces players to the distinctive Dredge mechanic, offering strategic depth within the game. This Insect creature has a mana cost of {2}{B}{G}{G} and enters the battlefield as a 4/4 body. Its most defining feature is its graveyard interaction. Players can sacrifice the Scarab to draw a card, providing immediate card advantage. Alternatively, the Dredge ability allows players to mill cards from their library instead of drawing, returning the Scarab from the graveyard to their hand. This unique interaction makes it a versatile tool in Black-Green decks. For TCG enthusiasts, the Grave-Shell Scarab stands out as a staple of its era. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Ravnica: City of Guilds sets or to utilize its strategic capabilities in gameplay. The card's design and mechanics reflect the innovative spirit of Magic: The Gathering during the mid-2000s. Whether you are a dedicated collector of Magic: The Gathering cards or a player looking to enhance your deck, the Grave-Shell Scarab offers both aesthetic and functional value. Its place in the Ravnica: City of Guilds set makes it a sought-after item for those who appreciate the game's rich lore and strategic complexity.
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Card Details
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Grave-Shell Scarab
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Pete Venters
Card Stock
English
{2}{B}{G}{G}
Creature — Insect
4 / 4
B, G
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{1}, Sacrifice this creature: Draw a card. Dredge 1 (If you would draw a card, you may mill a card instead. If you do, return this card from your graveyard to your hand.)







