The 2008 Magic: The Gathering Shards of Alara rare artifact card Quietus Spike (#217) is a powerful Equipment that grants deathtouch and life loss.
Quietus Spike
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Shards of Alara
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Released in 2008 as part of the Shards of Alara expansion, Quietus Spike is a distinct Artifact — Equipment card within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Carrying the card number 217 and the ALA set code, this Rare print by Mark Brill offers a potent combination of defensive utility and aggressive potential. As a core Equipment piece, it allows players to attach a powerful effect to their creatures, transforming standard attackers into formidable threats on the battlefield. The card’s design centers on two primary mechanics that make it highly sought after by deck builders and collectors alike. First, it grants the equipped creature deathtouch, ensuring that any damage dealt is lethal regardless of the amount. Second, whenever that creature deals combat damage to a player, it triggers a significant life loss effect, removing half the opponent’s life total rounded up. This dual functionality makes Quietus Spike a versatile tool in various formats, appealing to those who value strategic depth in their collections. Whether you are completing the Shards of Alara set or looking for a staple Equipment for your library, this card remains a significant entry in the Magic: The Gathering canon.
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Quietus Spike
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Magic: The Gathering
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Mark Brill
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English
{3}
Artifact — Equipment
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Equipped creature has deathtouch. Whenever equipped creature deals combat damage to a player, that player loses half their life, rounded up. Equip {3}