The 2024 Secret Lair Drop release of Buried Alive features a rare foil finish on this iconic Magic: The Gathering sorcery card.
Buried Alive
2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Secret Lair Drop
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Description
The 2024 Secret Lair Drop release of Buried Alive presents a rare foil version of this powerful Magic: The Gathering sorcery. Designed by Filipe Pagliuso, the card carries the set code SLD and card number 1673. As a sorcery with a mana cost of {2}{B} and a mana value of 3, it remains a staple in decks that rely on graveyard strategies. The card allows players to search their library for up to three creature cards and place them into their graveyard before shuffling the library. This functionality is central to many competitive and casual archetypes that utilize the graveyard as a resource. Collectors often seek out this Secret Lair Drop because it represents a distinct era in Magic's print history. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal that distinguishes it from standard prints. The flavor text, featuring the dialogue "I'm getting better" and "No you're not. You'll be stone dead in a moment," adds narrative depth to the card's design. For fans of Magic: The Gathering, owning a foil version of Buried Alive from this drop is a way to celebrate both the card's mechanical utility and its artistic presentation. Whether you are building a collection of foil rares or focusing on specific sets like Secret Lair, this card holds a place of interest. The combination of its gameplay utility and the Secret Lair branding makes it a notable item for any Magic enthusiast. The card's black color identity and sorcery type line further cement its role in the game's diverse ecosystem. As you consider adding this to your collection, the 2024 release date and foil finish serve as key identifiers for this version of the card.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Buried Alive
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Filipe Pagliuso
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{B}
Sorcery
B
Card Text
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Search your library for up to three creature cards, put them into your graveyard, then shuffle.
"I'm getting better." "No you're not. You'll be stone dead in a moment."
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of Buried Alive?
The mana cost for Buried Alive is {2}{B}, resulting in a total mana value of 3. It is a black sorcery card in the Magic: The Gathering game.
Who is the artist for the Secret Lair Drop version of Buried Alive?
The Secret Lair Drop version of Buried Alive was illustrated by Filipe Pagliuso. This artist is known for their distinctive style within the Magic: The Gathering community.
What does the Buried Alive card do in gameplay?
Buried Alive is a sorcery that allows you to search your library for up to three creature cards and put them into your graveyard. You then shuffle your library.
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