Spirit Shackle is a 1995 Magic: The Gathering card from the Renaissance set, numbered 65. This common black Aura enchantment features art by Edward P. Beard, Jr.
Spirit Shackle
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Renaissance
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Spirit Shackle is a notable black enchantment from the Magic: The Gathering Renaissance set, released in 1995. As card number 65 in the set, this piece of the trading card game represents the early design philosophy of Magic's first major expansion. The card is an Aura with a mana cost of {B}{B}, allowing players to attach it to a creature to impose a significant drawback. Its ability places a -0/-2 counter on the enchanted creature whenever it becomes tapped, making it a strategic tool for controlling the board. Beard, Jr. Collectors often seek out cards from this era to complete their vintage Magic: The Gathering collections or to appreciate the historical evolution of card mechanics. The card's straightforward yet impactful effect has made it a staple in various formats, appealing to both nostalgic fans and new players exploring the game's history. Adding Spirit Shackle to a collection provides a tangible connection to the 1995 release and the foundational days of the trading card game industry.
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Spirit Shackle
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Edward P. Beard, Jr.
Card Stock
English
{B}{B}
Enchantment — Aura
B
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Enchant creature Whenever enchanted creature becomes tapped, put a -0/-2 counter on it.