# 2018 Magic: The Gathering Ultimate Masters #116

> The 2018 Ultimate Masters release features this rare black instant, Spoils of the Vault, as card number 116.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2018
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Ultimate Masters
- **Card number**: #116
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Released in 2018 by Wizards of the Coast, the Ultimate Masters set serves as a premium reprint collection for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Within this extensive compilation, Spoils of the Vault stands out as card number 116, distinguished by its Rare rarity designation. This black Instant card, illustrated by Steven Belledin, offers a strategic mechanic that allows players to search their library for a specific card name. By revealing cards from the top of the library until the desired card is found, collectors and players can retrieve it to their hand, though they must exile the rest and lose life equal to the number of exiled cards. The card’s one-mana cost makes it an accessible option for deck construction, while its unique effect adds a layer of risk and reward to gameplay. For those building collections around the Ultimate Masters series, this card represents a key component of the set's diverse roster. Whether you are a seasoned player looking to add this instant to your arsenal or a collector seeking to round out the 2018 Ultimate Masters lineup, this card offers both mechanical interest and set completion value.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Spoils of the Vault?

Spoils of the Vault has a mana cost of one black mana ({B}) and a mana value of 1. This low cost makes it an efficient instant spell for early-game interaction.

### Who illustrated the Ultimate Masters version of Spoils of the Vault?

The card was illustrated by Steven Belledin for the 2018 Ultimate Masters release. The artwork complements the card's black mana identity and strategic nature.

### How does the effect of Spoils of the Vault work?

This Instant allows you to choose a card name and reveal cards from the top of your library until you find one with that name. You put that card into your hand and exile the rest, losing 1 life for each exiled card.

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