This 1999 Magic: The Gathering foil card features the Plated Spider from the Urza's Destiny expansion, offering a distinctive finish for TCG enthusiasts.
Plated Spider
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Destiny
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Released in 1999 as part of the Urza's Destiny expansion, the Plated Spider (card #116) is a staple green creature in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Illustrated by Ron Spencer, this foil variant adds a premium touch to the common rarity, making it a sought-after target for set completists and collectors who appreciate the aesthetic appeal of early foil treatments. The card functions as a five-mana four-power creature with the Reach ability, allowing it to block fliers—a tactical advantage that defined its role in the game's mechanics during the Urza block era. For fans of the Urza's Destiny set, this card represents a key component of the original print run, bridging the gap between casual gameplay and serious collection. Whether you are building a vintage deck or expanding your Magic: The Gathering library, adding this foil Plated Spider to your inventory connects you with the rich history of the franchise's foundational years.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Plated Spider
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Ron Spencer
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{G}
Creature — Spider
4 / 4
G
Card Text
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Reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.)
Most spiders wait patiently for their prey to arrive. Most spiders aren't forty feet tall.