Throttle is a common black instant from the 2016 Shadows over Innistrad expansion, identified by card number 138.
Throttle
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Shadows over Innistrad
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Throttle is a common black instant card from the 2016 Shadows over Innistrad expansion, cataloged as card number 138. Designed with a mana cost of four generic mana and one black mana, this five-mana-value spell offers a powerful removal option for players and collectors alike. The card's effect allows the caster to target a creature, reducing its power and toughness by four until the end of the turn, making it a versatile tool in strategic gameplay. For collectors focusing on Magic: The Gathering trading cards, Throttle represents an essential piece for those completing the Shadows over Innistrad base set. As a common rarity, it serves as a foundational element for set builders who value completeness and historical context within the Magic universe. The card’s design reflects the dark, gothic aesthetic of the Innistrad plane, appealing to fans of the series' atmospheric storytelling. Collectors often seek out this card to round out their Shadows over Innistrad collections, appreciating its role in the set's mechanical diversity. Whether for casual play or as a catalog entry in a broader Magic: The Gathering collection, Throttle remains a recognizable and valued item for enthusiasts of the game's extensive lore and strategic depth.
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Throttle
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Raymond Swanland
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English
{4}{B}
Instant
B
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Target creature gets -4/-4 until end of turn.
"Victim discovered at dawn with mouth agape and eyes bulging. No evidence of blood loss or dismemberment. Severe bruising around the neck." —Vallon, Thraben inspector
