The history and details of the Befoul card from the 1998 Urza's Saga expansion. This black sorcery card (#116) remains a staple for vintage Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts.
Befoul
1998 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Saga
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Befoul is a black sorcery card from the Urza's Saga expansion, released in 1998. As card number 116 in the set, it features a mana cost of {2}{B}{B} and a mana value of 4. The card allows the player to destroy a target land or nonblack creature, preventing regeneration. Designed by Pete Venters, this card is part of the enduring Magic: The Gathering legacy. Collectors often seek Befoul to complete the Urza's Saga set or to build black-based strategies. The card's straightforward effect and classic design make it a recognizable piece of trading card game history. For enthusiasts of vintage MTG, owning this card adds depth to any collection. Whether for completing a set or appreciating the card's mechanics, Befoul holds a distinct place in the game. Understanding the card's role in the 1998 release helps collectors appreciate its historical context. The card's black color identity and sorcery type are key identifiers for those studying the game's evolution.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Befoul
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Pete Venters
Card Stock
English
{2}{B}{B}
Sorcery
B
Card Text
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Destroy target land or nonblack creature. It can't be regenerated.
"The land putrefied at its touch, turned into an oily bile in seconds." —Radiant, archangel