The 2006 Time Spiral Timeshifted Swamp Mosquito is a foil special card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, featuring a unique insect creature with distinct gameplay mechanics.
Swamp Mosquito
2006 • Magic: The Gathering • Time Spiral • Timeshifted
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Description
The 2006 Time Spiral expansion brought a nostalgic wave to the Magic: The Gathering trading card game by reprinting classic cards with updated art and mechanics. Swamp Mosquito, numbered 49 in this subset, is one of the most recognizable creatures from that period, originally seeing play in the Urza's Saga block. As a foil special variant, this card offers a distinct visual appeal that collectors appreciate. The card's design fits seamlessly into the Time Spiral aesthetic while honoring its roots in the early 2000s. Gameplay-wise, Swamp Mosquito is a low-mana-cost Creature — Insect that brings a strategic element to the board. With a mana cost of {1}{B} and a power and toughness of 0/1, it is fragile but offers a unique ability. Whenever this creature attacks and isn't blocked, the defending player receives a poison counter. Accumulating ten or more poison counters results in a loss, adding a layer of risk and reward to its use. This mechanic makes it a memorable piece for fans of the game's history. For collectors, the Timeshifted cards serve as a bridge between the game's past and present. Owning a foil version of Swamp Mosquito allows enthusiasts to appreciate both the historical significance of the card and the premium finish of the special treatment. It is an essential addition for those building a comprehensive Time Spiral collection or seeking to complete their roster of classic insect creatures.
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Featured
Swamp Mosquito
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Special
Nicola Leonard
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{B}
Creature — Insect
0 / 1
B
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Flying Whenever this creature attacks and isn't blocked, defending player gets a poison counter. (A player with ten or more poison counters loses the game.)
