The 2005 Magic: The Gathering Salvat release with the Nezumi Bone-Reader (A50). This Uncommon Creature — Rat Shaman card is a staple for TCG collectors and set builders.
Nezumi Bone-Reader
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Salvat
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The Nezumi Bone-Reader is a distinctive Uncommon card from the 2005 Magic: The Gathering Salvat set, carrying the catalog number A50. Designed as a Creature — Rat Shaman, this card embodies the dark, mystical aesthetic often associated with the color Black in the game. Players and collectors alike appreciate its unique identity within the broader Magic: The Gathering universe, where shamanic themes and creature types create rich strategic possibilities. Mechanically, the Nezumi Bone-Reader offers a compelling effect for its mana cost of {1}{B}. By sacrificing another creature, the controller can force a target player to discard a card. This ability, which can only be activated as a sorcery, introduces a layer of resource management and tactical decision-making that defines many successful Magic: The Gathering strategies. The card’s versatility makes it a valuable tool for decks focused on disruption and card advantage. For collectors, the Salvat set represents a significant era in Magic: The Gathering history, featuring artwork by Dan Murayama Scott. The A50 card number places it within a specific sequence of the set, allowing for organized collection and display. Whether you are completing a full set of Salvat cards or seeking specific creature types for your collection, this Uncommon card provides a tangible connection to the game’s rich lore and mechanical depth.
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Nezumi Bone-Reader
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Dan Murayama Scott
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}
Creature — Rat Shaman
1 / 1
B
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{B}, Sacrifice a creature: Target player discards a card. Activate only as a sorcery.













