# 2003 Magic: The Gathering Scourge #48

> The 2003 Magic: The Gathering Scourge expansion with this foil Riptide Survivor card, catalog number 48, featuring unique gameplay mechanics.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2003
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Scourge
- **Card number**: #48
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

This release features the Riptide Survivor card, identified by its catalog number 48 within the Scourge set. Collectors often seek out the foil treatment of this card for its shimmering finish, which distinguishes it from the standard print runs. The card operates as a creature with a mana cost of {2}{U} and possesses the morph ability, allowing players to cast it face down as a 2/2 creature for {3}. When revealed, the card triggers a powerful effect that requires discarding two cards to draw three, offering strategic depth that appeals to both casual and competitive players. Whether you are building a vintage deck or adding to a display, this card represents a significant part of the Scourge era's legacy.

## FAQ

### What is the rarity of Riptide Survivor?

Riptide Survivor is an uncommon card in the Scourge set.

### What does the morph ability do on this card?

Morph allows the card to be cast face down as a 2/2 creature for {3} mana, and it can be turned face up later for {1}{U}{U} to trigger its discard-and-draw effect.

### How is this card numbered in the Scourge set?

This card is numbered 48 within the Scourge expansion released in 2003.

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