# 2002 Magic: The Gathering Torment #45

> The 2002 Magic: The Gathering Torment expansion with this rare Possessed Aven card, featuring unique threshold mechanics and artwork by Scott M. Fischer.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2002
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Torment
- **Card number**: #45
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Designed by Scott M. Fischer, this rare card features the classic blue border and type line of a Bird Soldier Horror. With a mana cost of {2}{U}{U}, it offers strategic depth through its Flying ability and a Threshold effect that activates when seven or more cards are in your graveyard. When Threshold is active, Possessed Aven becomes black, gains +1/+1, and gains the ability to destroy a target blue creature for {2}{B} and a tap. Collectors value this card for its unique color identity shift and its role in blue-based graveyard strategies. Whether you are building a competitive deck or adding to your Torment collection, this card is a notable piece of Magic history.

## FAQ

### What are the stats and abilities of Possessed Aven?

Possessed Aven is a 3/3 Creature — Bird Soldier Horror with Flying. Its Threshold ability activates when seven or more cards are in your graveyard, making it black, granting +1/+1, and allowing it to destroy a target blue creature for {2}{B}.

### Who illustrated the Torment edition of Possessed Aven?

The artwork for the 2002 Torment set edition of Possessed Aven was created by artist Scott M. Fischer, known for his detailed and atmospheric illustrations in the Magic: The Gathering franchise.

### Is Possessed Aven a rare card in the Torment set?

Yes, Possessed Aven is designated as a Rare card within the 2002 Torment expansion, identifiable by the silver symbol on the card. It is often sought after by collectors looking to complete the set or build specific blue-themed decks.

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