This 2003 Magic: The Gathering Scourge set card, Lingering Death, is a foil common enchantment aura. Card number 69 features Matt Thompson's art and a black mana cost.
Lingering Death
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Scourge
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The Lingering Death card from the 2003 Scourge expansion stands as a distinct entry in Magic: The Gathering history. As card number 69 in the set, this common enchantment aura requires a single black mana and one generic mana to cast. The card’s effect creates a strategic choice for players, as it forces the enchanted creature’s controller to sacrifice that creature at the beginning of the end step. This mechanic adds a unique layer of risk and reward to deck construction, making it a memorable piece for fans of the game’s early 2000s era. For collectors, the foil treatment of this card adds significant visual appeal, catching the light with a shimmering finish that distinguishes it from the nonfoil versions. Designed by Matt Thompson, the card captures the dark aesthetic typical of the Scourge block. Whether you are looking to complete a full Scourge set or simply appreciate the intricate design of early MTG cards, this product offers a tangible connection to a pivotal time in trading card game evolution. The combination of the iconic Scourge branding and the foil finish makes it a desirable item for enthusiasts who value both gameplay mechanics and physical presentation. Adding this card to your collection ensures you have a well-rounded representation of the Scourge expansion.
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Card Details
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Lingering Death
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Matt Thompson
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{B}
Enchantment — Aura
B
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Enchant creature At the beginning of the end step of enchanted creature's controller, that player sacrifices that creature.
"Looks bad. I don't know if he'll make it through the night." —Cabal cleric
