A-Graveyard Shift, an uncommon sorcery from the Streets of New Capenna expansion that provides graveyard recursion with conditional flash.
A-Graveyard Shift
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Streets of New Capenna
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A-Graveyard Shift, card number A-81 from the Streets of New Capenna set, is a striking black sorcery that captures the gritty underbelly of the New Capenna cityscape. Released in 2022, this uncommon card is designed for players who thrive on resource management and graveyard synergy. The card’s unique mechanic allows it to be cast with flash if your graveyard contains cards with five or more distinct mana values, adding a layer of strategic depth to deck building. When resolved, the spell returns a target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield, enhanced by an additional +1/+1 counter. This effect transforms discarded or sacrificed units into immediate threats, making it a valuable tool for control and midrange strategies. The interplay between managing your graveyard’s contents and maximizing the card’s potential creates engaging gameplay moments that define the Streets of New Capenna experience. Art by Liiga Smilshkalne, the card’s visual presentation complements its thematic focus on resurrection and underworld dealings. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards often seek out A-Graveyard Shift for its clever design and the artistic flair that characterizes the series. Whether you are building a competitive deck or expanding your collection, this card represents a compelling intersection of mechanics and aesthetics. It serves as a reminder of the intricate world-building that makes the Streets of New Capenna expansion a favorite among enthusiasts.
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A-Graveyard Shift
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Liiga Smilshkalne
Card Stock
English
{4}{B}
Sorcery
B
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This spell has flash as long as there are five or more mana values among cards in your graveyard. Return target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield with an additional +1/+1 counter on it.





