The 2006 Magic: The Gathering Time Spiral Timeshifted Grinning Totem (Card 110) is a special artifact card featuring unique control mechanics.
Grinning Totem
2006 • Magic: The Gathering • Time Spiral • Timeshifted
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The 2006 Magic: The Gathering Time Spiral Timeshifted Grinning Totem (Card 110) is a special artifact card that has become a notable piece for enthusiasts of the format. Designed by Donato Giancola, this card features a mana cost of {4} and serves as a strategic tool within the game. The Timeshifted subset from Time Spiral brings forward older cards with updated mechanics, and Grinning Totem is a prime example of this design philosophy. As an artifact, it requires careful resource management to activate its powerful effect. By sacrificing the totem, a player can search an opponent's library for a card and exile it, temporarily gaining access to that card's abilities. This mechanic adds a layer of psychological depth and strategic planning to matches. Collectors value this card not only for its gameplay utility but also for its place in the Time Spiral set, which is widely regarded as a landmark release in the history of the trading card game. Whether you are building a competitive deck or simply appreciating the artistry and strategy of the game, the Grinning Totem represents a significant piece of Magic history. Its unique interaction with the opponent's deck makes it a favorite among players who enjoy controlling the flow of the game.
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Grinning Totem
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Magic: The Gathering
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Donato Giancola
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English
{4}
Artifact
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{2}, {T}, Sacrifice this artifact: Search target opponent's library for a card and exile it. Then that player shuffles. Until the beginning of your next upkeep, you may play that card. At the beginning of your next upkeep, if you haven't played it, put it into its owner's graveyard.