The Weatherlight Bone Dancer is a rare Zombie creature from the 1997 Magic: The Gathering Weatherlight expansion, featuring unique graveyard interaction.
Bone Dancer
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Weatherlight
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Released in 1997 as card number 62 in the Weatherlight expansion, the Bone Dancer stands as a pivotal Zombie creature in the Magic: The Gathering Weatherlight set. Designed by artist Scott Kirschner, this card introduces a strategic mechanic allowing players to return creature cards from the defending player's graveyard to the battlefield when attacking unblocked. This ability defines its role in black-centric strategies, emphasizing control and resource management over raw power, with a mana cost of {1}{B}{B} and a 2/2 body. For collectors, the Weatherlight set marks a significant era in trading card history, bridging early Magic design with more complex mechanics. The Bone Dancer's rare status makes it a sought-after piece for enthusiasts completing the Weatherlight checklist or focusing on Zombie tribal themes. Its black border and distinct rules text reflect the design language of the late 1990s, offering a tangible connection to the game's evolution. Whether you are a veteran player or a new collector, adding this card to your collection provides both nostalgic value and gameplay depth. Explore the growing selection of Weatherlight cards to find the perfect addition for your Magic: The Gathering collection. ## Sources
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Bone Dancer
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Scott Kirschner
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}{B}
Creature — Zombie
2 / 2
B
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Whenever this creature attacks and isn't blocked, you may put the top creature card of defending player's graveyard onto the battlefield under your control. If you do, this creature assigns no combat damage this turn.