This 2006 Magic: The Gathering card, Venser's Sliver, from the Time Spiral set. A key artifact creature for collectors and Sliver tribal enthusiasts.
2006 • Magic: The Gathering • Time Spiral
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Venser's Sliver, numbered 267, is a distinct artifact creature found within the 2006 Time Spiral expansion of Magic: The Gathering. Designed by Carl Critchlow, this card represents a pivotal moment in the game's lore, depicting a prototype Sliver that has successfully integrated into the hive mind while retaining its creator's influence. As a five-mana creature with a 3/3 power and toughness, it serves as a foundational piece for players constructing Sliver tribal strategies. Collectors often target this card to complete their Time Spiral set, appreciating its common rarity status which allows for accessible acquisition compared to rare variants. For investors and hobbyists alike, the Time Spiral era holds a special place in Magic history due to its innovative card frame and deep narrative connections. Venser's Sliver remains a recognizable and functional card in many casual formats, bridging the gap between competitive play and nostalgic collection. Whether you are hunting for a specific card number or expanding your Sliver collection, this artifact creature offers both mechanical utility and historical significance.
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Venser's Sliver
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Carl Critchlow
Card Stock
English
{5}
Artifact Creature — Sliver
3 / 3
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Venser admired his handiwork and smiled. His first prototype had joined with the hive mind all too well, running with the brood and becoming a predator itself. This one, he thought, would be accepted into the hive but still obey his commands.
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Venser's Sliver has a mana cost of five, requiring a significant investment of resources to cast in Magic: The Gathering. It functions as an Artifact Creature — Sliver with a power and toughness of 3/3.
The standard version of Venser's Sliver is a common card from Time Spiral. While foil versions exist in the secondary market, this catalog entry refers to the base card identity.
Card number 267 is part of the Time Spiral expansion, released in 2006. It is a notable inclusion for collectors looking to complete the full set of Magic: The Gathering cards from this era.
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