The 2006 Time Spiral release featuring the Instant card Thrill of the Hunt. This catalog page covers the card's mechanics, artist details, and collector context within the Magic: The Gathering universe.
Thrill of the Hunt
2006 • Magic: The Gathering • Time Spiral
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Description
The 2006 Time Spiral set revitalized Magic: The Gathering by bringing iconic cards back to the game with a modern twist. Within this diverse expansion, card number 229, Thrill of the Hunt, stands out as a flexible Instant that continues to attract attention from players and collectors alike. Designed by Stephen Tappin, the card represents a key part of the Time Spiral era's nostalgic appeal while maintaining functional gameplay depth. As a Common rarity card, Thrill of the Hunt offers accessible collecting for those building out the Time Spiral base set. The card’s design and text box reflect the era's distinctive aesthetic, making it a staple for enthusiasts who appreciate the transition in Magic's visual and mechanical identity during the mid-2000s. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Time Spiral collections, whether for the set's historical significance or its continued relevance in casual formats. In terms of gameplay, Thrill of the Hunt provides a strategic advantage by targeting a creature to receive a +1/+2 bonus until the end of the turn. Its unique Flashback mechanic allows players to cast the spell from their graveyard for a secondary cost, adding layers of strategy to deck construction. This dual-mode functionality is a hallmark of the Time Spiral set, blending familiar effects with new rules interactions that challenged players to rethink resource management. Whether you are looking to add a specific card to your collection or explore the broader Time Spiral set, our platform helps you navigate the vast world of trading card games with ease. The enduring popularity of Time Spiral ensures that cards like Thrill of the Hunt remain relevant topics in collector discussions and secondary market trends.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Thrill of the Hunt
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Stephen Tappin
Card Stock
English
{G}
Instant
G
Card Text
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Target creature gets +1/+2 until end of turn. Flashback {W} (You may cast this card from your graveyard for its flashback cost. Then exile it.)








