The 1998 Urza's Saga release featuring the Unworthy Dead, a foundational Phyrexian creature for Magic: The Gathering collectors and strategists.
Unworthy Dead
1998 • Magic: The Gathering • Urza's Saga
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The Unworthy Dead, designated as card number 163, is a staple of the 1998 Urza's Saga expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. As a black mana-costing Creature — Phyrexian Skeleton, this card plays a significant role for collectors interested in the Phyrexian lore and early black mana strategies. Its primary mechanic allows the controller to regenerate the creature by paying one black mana, making it a resilient asset for players building decks focused on survival and attrition. For those tracking the evolution of the Phyrexian faction, this card from Urza's Saga offers a direct connection to the dark, industrial aesthetic that defined the set's narrative. Collectors often seek this entry to complete their Urza's Saga checklist, valuing it for its historical place in the game's development. The card's simple yet effective design and mechanical utility make it a notable piece for anyone assembling a comprehensive collection of Magic: The Gathering's early expansions.
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Card Details
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Unworthy Dead
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Carl Critchlow
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}
Creature — Phyrexian Skeleton
1 / 1
B
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{B}: Regenerate this creature.
"Great Yawgmoth moves across the seas of shard and bone and rust. We exalt him in life, in death, and in between." —*Phyrexian Scriptures*
