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The 2023 Magic: The Gathering Special Guests Pitiless Plunderer is a 1/4 Human Pirate creature that generates Treasure tokens when other creatures die.

Pitiless Plunderer

2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Special Guests

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Product Overview

Description

The 2023 Magic: The Gathering Special Guests Pitiless Plunderer stands as a distinct entry in the Special Guests series, identified by card number 5. This card features a 1/4 Human Pirate creature that brings strategic depth to the game through its triggered ability. Whenever another creature you control dies, this card creates a Treasure token, allowing players to add one mana of any color. This mechanic supports versatile mana bases and resource acceleration, making it a functional piece for various deck archetypes. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often seek out pieces from the Special Guests series for their unique thematic designs and character representations. The Pitiless Plunderer card number 5 offers a specific identity within the set, appealing to those looking to complete their collection of this 2023 release. Its black mana cost and creature type line make it easily identifiable for players and collectors alike. As a product within the broader Magic ecosystem, it represents a tangible connection to the game's evolving narrative and mechanics. Enthusiasts value these cards not just for gameplay utility but for their role in the physical history of the brand. Whether you are building a collection focused on the Special Guests series or simply appreciate the artistry and design of Magic: The Gathering, this card provides a solid addition to any catalog. It serves as a recognizable symbol of the series' approach to character-centric design, offering collectors a clear and identifiable piece of the 2023 landscape.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2023

Series

Special Guests

Card Number

#5

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Uncommon

Artist

Johan Grenier

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{3}{B}

Type

Creature — Human Pirate

Power / Toughness

1 / 4

Color

B

Card Text

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Whenever another creature you control dies, create a Treasure token. (It's an artifact with "{T}, Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.")

"The trick to getting the biggest share is to be the last one standing."

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What is the card number for Pitiless Plunderer in the Special Guests set?

Pitiless Plunderer is designated as card number 5 in the 2023 Magic: The Gathering Special Guests set. This numbering helps collectors identify and organize their copies within the series.

What creature type is Pitiless Plunderer?

Pitiless Plunderer is a Human Pirate creature. It has a power and toughness of 1/4 and costs three generic mana and one black mana to cast.

How does Pitiless Plunderer's ability work?

The card's ability triggers whenever another creature you control dies. When this happens, it creates a Treasure token, which is an artifact that can be sacrificed to add one mana of any color.

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