Catalog entry for the 2005 Magic: The Gathering Salvat series card Patron of the Nezumi, featuring unique casting rules and legendary spirit artwork.
Patron of the Nezumi
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Salvat
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The Patron of the Nezumi card, designated A25 within the 2005 Magic: The Gathering Salvat series, represents a distinct entry in the TCG's history. Released under the PSAL set code, this rare legendary creature — spirit commands a mana cost of {5}{B}{B} and boasts a formidable 6/6 power and toughness. Designed by artist Kev Walker, the card is noted for its intricate mechanics that reward strategic play. Collectors appreciate this piece for its complex rules text, which allows players to cast the spell by sacrificing a Rat and paying the mana difference, a mechanic that adds significant depth to Black-aligned decks. The Salvat series, produced in 2005, captures the evolving design language of the early 2000s, making this card a valuable component for enthusiasts of the era. For investors and completists alike, the Patron of the Nezumi offers a tangible connection to a pivotal time in Magic: The Gathering's development. Its unique interaction with the Rat archetype and its ability to punish opponents when permanents enter their graveyard make it a standout piece for any focused collection. The card's legendary status and high mana value ensure it remains a recognizable and respected figure among collectors who value both aesthetic and mechanical complexity in trading card game artifacts.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Patron of the Nezumi
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Kev Walker
Card Stock
English
{5}{B}{B}
Legendary Creature — Spirit
6 / 6
B
Card Text
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Rat offering (You may cast this spell any time you could cast an instant by sacrificing a Rat and paying the difference in mana costs between this and the sacrificed Rat. Mana cost includes color.) Whenever a permanent is put into an opponent's graveyard, that player loses 1 life.