# 2008 Magic: The Gathering Shadowmoor #169

> Collect the rare foil version of Memory Plunder (169) from Magic: The Gathering's 2008 Shadowmoor set, featuring the powerful {U/B}{U/B}{U/B}{U/B} instant effect.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2008
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Shadowmoor
- **Card number**: #169
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

The Memory Plunder card from the 2008 Shadowmoor expansion holds a distinct place in Magic: The Gathering history as a high-impact blue-black instant. Identified by set code SHM and card number 169, this foil release requires a mana cost of {U/B}{U/B}{U/B}{U/B} to activate its unique ability. The card allows the caster to target an instant or sorcery card in an opponent's graveyard and cast it without paying its mana cost, offering significant strategic depth. Designed by artist Dan Murayama Scott, the card features flavor text attributed to Grensch, a merrow cutthroat, adding narrative context to the Shadowmoor world. For collectors, the foil treatment enhances the visual appeal while maintaining the card's functional identity within the game. This product is a key component for enthusiasts building complete sets or seeking specific rare cards from the Shadowmoor era. Memory Plunder remains a notable inclusion for those interested in the complex mechanics and dark aesthetic of this expansion. Whether for casual play or competitive strategy, the card's unique interaction with graveyard mechanics makes it a valuable addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Memory Plunder?

Memory Plunder has a mana cost of {U/B}{U/B}{U/B}{U/B}, requiring four mana that can be paid with either blue or black sources.

### What does the Memory Plunder card do?

This instant card allows you to cast a target instant or sorcery card from an opponent's graveyard without paying its mana cost.

### When was the Shadowmoor set released?

The Shadowmoor expansion was released by Wizards of the Coast in 2008, featuring a dark fantasy aesthetic and unique gameplay mechanics.

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