The Colossus of Sardia, a high mana-cost Artifact Creature from Magic: The Gathering's Renaissance set, featuring distinctive Trample and unique upkeep activation.
Colossus of Sardia
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Renaissance
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Colossus of Sardia stands as one of the most imposing Artifact Creatures in Magic: The Gathering's early history. Released in 1995 as card number 123 in the Renaissance set, this 9/9 Golem commands attention with its massive mana cost of {9}. The card’s mechanics offer a unique strategic puzzle for players. While it possesses the Trample ability, allowing excess damage to bypass blockers, it remains a permanent threat on the battlefield because it does not untap during its controller's regular untap step. To restore its ability to attack, the controller must spend {9} mana during their upkeep. This cost creates a high-risk, high-reward dynamic that defines its role in gameplay. For collectors, this card represents a tangible piece of Magic: The Gathering's foundational era. Whether you are building a collection focused on powerful artifacts or exploring the history of the Golem subtype, this card serves as a significant milestone. Its status as an Uncommon rarity card makes it an accessible yet impactful addition to any serious collection.
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Colossus of Sardia
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Jesper Myrfors
Card Stock
English
{9}
Artifact Creature — Golem
9 / 9
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Trample (This creature can deal excess combat damage to the player or planeswalker it's attacking.) This creature doesn't untap during your untap step. {9}: Untap this creature. Activate only during your upkeep.