# 2010 Magic: The Gathering Rise of the Eldrazi #117

> The rare foil Mortician Beetle (117) from Magic: The Gathering’s 2010 Rise of the Eldrazi expansion, featuring a unique Insect creature with strategic counter-synergy.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2010
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Rise of the Eldrazi
- **Card number**: #117
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

The Mortician Beetle, card number 117, is a rare foil creature from the Magic: The Gathering Rise of the Eldrazi set released in 2010. As a one-mana Insect, this card offers immediate board presence with a distinctive ability that rewards strategic sacrifice. Whenever a player sacrifices a creature, you may place a +1/+1 counter on this Beetle, allowing it to grow significantly in power and toughness during gameplay. This mechanic makes it a compelling choice for collectors who appreciate cards with dynamic board interaction rather than static stats. The foil finish adds a premium tactile quality, enhancing its visual appeal for display purposes. For fans of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, adding this card to a collection provides a piece of the 2010 era’s design language. It serves as an excellent addition for those building themed decks around insect synergies or sacrifice strategies. The contrast between the low mana cost and the potential for high-impact growth defines its collector value. Whether you are completing a set or hunting for specific mechanics, this card represents a solid entry point into the Rise of the Eldrazi universe.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost and type of Mortician Beetle?

Mortician Beetle has a mana cost of one black mana and is classified as a Creature — Insect with a power and toughness of 1/1.

### How does the Mortician Beetle's ability work?

The card allows you to put a +1/+1 counter on it whenever any player sacrifices a creature, enabling it to grow stronger as the game progresses.

### Which set was Mortician Beetle released in?

This card was originally released in the Rise of the Eldrazi expansion for Magic: The Gathering in 2010, carrying the set code ROE.

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