# 2015 Magic: The Gathering Tempest Remastered #108

> This catalog page covers Lab Rats, card number 108 from the 2015 Magic: The Gathering Tempest Remastered set, featuring a black sorcery spell by artist DiTerlizzi.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2015
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Tempest Remastered
- **Card number**: #108
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Lab Rats is a black sorcery spell from Magic: The Gathering's 2015 Tempest Remastered release. Identified as card number 108 with the set code TPR, this common card was illustrated by DiTerlizzi. The card features a mana cost of one black mana and has a mana value of one. Its primary effect allows players to create a 1/1 black Rat creature token. An optional buyback mechanic permits paying an additional four mana to return the card to the caster's hand upon resolution, enhancing its strategic utility in gameplay. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Tempest Remastered collections or to acquire affordable staples for black-themed deck builds. The straightforward design and functional gameplay make it a recognizable piece within the broader Magic: The Gathering trading card game ecosystem. This product represents the standard print of the card, serving as a foundational element for enthusiasts tracking the 2015 reprints of classic mechanics. The inclusion of the buyback clause adds a layer of tactical depth, distinguishing it from simpler token-creation spells in the game's history.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Lab Rats in Tempest Remastered?

The mana cost for Lab Rats is one black mana, resulting in a total mana value of one.

### What does the buyback mechanic do on this card?

The buyback mechanic allows you to pay an additional four mana when casting the spell; if you do so, you put the card into your hand instead of the graveyard as it resolves.

### Who illustrated the Lab Rats card in Tempest Remastered?

The card was illustrated by DiTerlizzi, whose artwork appears on the standard print of this common sorcery.

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