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The 2003 Magic: The Gathering Scourge card Fierce Empath, a 3-mana Elf creature that allows you to search for high-mana-value targets. A strategic staple for collectors of the Scourge expansion.

Fierce Empath

2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Scourge

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Product Overview

Description

Fierce Empath is a distinctive entry in the 2003 Magic: The Gathering Scourge expansion, identified by card number 119 in the Scourge set. As a common creature card, this Elf taps into the popular tribal themes that have long defined the game's strategy. The card features a mana cost of {2}{G} and possesses a mana value of 3, making it accessible in the early to mid-game phases of play. With a power and toughness of 1/1, its physical presence is modest, but its ability offers significant strategic depth for players and collectors alike. The primary appeal of Fierce Empath lies in its unique ability. When this creature enters the battlefield, the controller may search their library for a creature card with a mana value of 6 or greater. After revealing the chosen card, it is placed into the player's hand, and the library is shuffled. This mechanic allows for powerful late-game threats to be retrieved from the deck, creating exciting moments of discovery and strategic planning. For collectors, this card represents a key piece of the Scourge set's design and gameplay identity. Fierce Empath contributes to this legacy with its straightforward yet impactful design. Collectors often seek out cards from this era to complete their Scourge collections or to appreciate the artistic and mechanical innovations of the time. The card's status as a common makes it an attainable goal for new and experienced Magic: The Gathering fans. Whether you are building a themed deck or focusing on set completion, Fierce Empath offers a blend of nostalgia and utility. Its enduring presence in the game's history makes it a worthwhile addition for any serious TCG enthusiast looking to explore the depths of the Scourge expansion.

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Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

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Year

2003

Series

Scourge

Card Number

#119

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Alan Pollack

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{2}{G}

Type

Creature — Elf

Power / Toughness

1 / 1

Color

G

Card Text

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When this creature enters, you may search your library for a creature card with mana value 6 or greater, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle.

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FAQ

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What is the mana cost of Fierce Empath?

Fierce Empath has a mana cost of {2}{G} and a total mana value of 3. This makes it a relatively affordable creature to cast in the early to mid-game stages of Magic: The Gathering.

What does Fierce Empath do when it enters the battlefield?

When Fierce Empath enters, you may search your library for a creature card with a mana value of 6 or greater. You reveal that card, put it into your hand, and then shuffle your library.

What type of creature is Fierce Empath?

Fierce Empath is a Creature — Elf with 1 power and 1 toughness. It is a green card, fitting into the Elf tribal strategies that are popular in various formats of the game.

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