The 1998 Magic: The Gathering Stronghold Shard Phoenix card (STH 97) is a rare Rare creature featuring Paolo Parente's artwork.
Shard Phoenix
1998 • Magic: The Gathering • Stronghold
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The 1998 Magic: The Gathering Stronghold Shard Phoenix card (STH 97) stands as a defining piece of the game's early era. Released as part of the Stronghold expansion, this Rare creature is widely recognized by its card number and set code STH. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Stronghold sets, as it represents a key moment in the game's history. Shard Phoenix is a five-mana Red creature with the Phoenix subtype. Its gameplay mechanics offer strategic depth, allowing players to utilize its Flying ability to bypass blockers. The card also features a powerful sacrifice effect that damages non-flying creatures, along with a recursion ability that returns it from the graveyard to the hand during upkeep. This versatility makes it a memorable inclusion in Magic: The Gathering collections. Whether you are a veteran player or a new collector exploring the Stronghold set, this card offers a tangible connection to the game's rich legacy.
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Shard Phoenix
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Paolo Parente
Card Stock
English
{4}{R}
Creature — Phoenix
2 / 2
R
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Flying (This creature can't be blocked except by creatures with flying or reach.) Sacrifice this creature: It deals 2 damage to each creature without flying. {R}{R}{R}: Return this card from your graveyard to your hand. Activate only during your upkeep.