Vulturous Zombie

Description

Vulturous Zombie, identified as card number 238 in the 2005 Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion, represents a distinct intersection of black and green mana in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This Rare card introduces a five-mana 3/3 Creature — Plant Zombie that possesses the Flying ability, allowing it to bypass ground-based blockers. Its most compelling mechanic activates whenever a card enters an opponent's graveyard, placing a +1/+1 counter on this creature and enhancing its combat prowess as the game progresses. Collectors often seek out this card for its flavorful design within the Golgari guild aesthetic, which blends necromancy with nature. The card’s ability to grow stronger based on graveyard activity makes it a memorable piece for enthusiasts of Magic: The Gathering who appreciate strategic depth and thematic consistency. For those building collections centered on the Ravnica block, Vulturous Zombie serves as a notable example of the era's creature design and mana curve considerations. Its enduring presence in the collector market highlights the lasting appeal of the Ravnica: City of Guilds set, offering a tangible connection to one of the game's most beloved multiverse settings.