Virulent Sliver from Magic: The Gathering's 2021 Time Spiral Remastered set delivers the iconic Sliver hive mind mechanic with Poisonous 1.
Virulent Sliver
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Time Spiral Remastered
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Description
Virulent Sliver, card number 246 from the Time Spiral Remastered set, stands as a foundational piece for Magic: The Gathering collectors interested in the Sliver tribal archetype. Released in 2021, this Magic: The Gathering trading card captures the essence of the original Time Spiral block, bringing back one of the most recognizable creatures in the game's history. The card features artwork by Franz Vohwinkel, continuing the visual legacy of this legendary creature type. As a Common rarity card, Virulent Sliver offers accessibility while maintaining significant nostalgic value. The creature is a Green Sliver with a mana cost of one green mana, making it incredibly efficient in gameplay. Its primary ability, Poisonous 1, ensures that every time it deals combat damage to a player, that player receives a poison counter. This mechanic remains one of the most distinct and feared effects in Magic's competitive and casual formats, often turning the tide of a game when combined with a full hive of Sliver creatures. Collectors seeking to build a Time Spiral Remastered collection will find Virulent Sliver to be an essential component. The set itself is a curated reprint of cards from the original Time Spiral expansion, appealing to veterans who remember the original print run and new players discovering the Sliver synergy for the first time. Owning this card allows enthusiasts to experience the classic design and mechanics that defined an era of Magic: The Gathering. Whether you are completing a set or simply appreciate the strategic depth of the Sliver tribe, this card remains a staple in any serious collection.
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Featured
Virulent Sliver
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Franz Vohwinkel
Card Stock
English
{G}
Creature — Sliver
1 / 1
G
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All Sliver creatures have poisonous 1. (Whenever a Sliver deals combat damage to a player, that player gets a poison counter. A player with ten or more poison counters loses the game.)
FAQ
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What is the Poisonous ability on Virulent Sliver?
The Poisonous ability means that whenever Virulent Sliver deals combat damage to a player, that player gets one poison counter. If a player accumulates ten or more poison counters, they lose the game immediately.
When was Virulent Sliver originally released and reprinted?
Virulent Sliver was first released in the original Time Spiral set in 2006. It was later reprinted in the Time Spiral Remastered set in 2021, which featured curated cards from the original block.
What is the mana cost and type of Virulent Sliver?
Virulent Sliver is a Green Creature — Sliver with a mana cost of one green mana. It has a power and toughness of 1/1, making it a low-cost, efficient early-game creature.
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