Phyrexian Scuta is a rare Magic: The Gathering card from the 2001 World Championship Decks set, featuring a Phyrexian Zombie with a distinctive kicker ability.
Phyrexian Scuta
2001 • Magic: The Gathering • World Championship Decks
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Released in 2001 as part of the World Championship Decks series, Phyrexian Scuta (card number tvdl51) represents a specific era of Magic: The Gathering design. This Rare creature card, illustrated by Scott M. Fischer, depicts a Phyrexian Zombie with a mana cost of {3}{B}. The card is notable for its kicker mechanic, which allows the caster to pay 3 life in addition to other costs. When this additional cost is paid, Phyrexian Scuta enters the battlefield with two +1/+1 counters on it, altering its power and toughness from the base 3/3. Collectors of vintage Magic cards often seek out World Championship Decks for their historical significance and unique card pools that differ from standard expansions. The specific identity of this card, marked by the WC01 set code, appeals to those interested in the evolution of creature types and mechanics during the early 2000s. Understanding the gameplay nuances of cards like Phyrexian Scuta helps enthusiasts appreciate the strategic depth of the game's history. Whether you are building a vintage collection or studying card design, this release offers a tangible connection to the game's competitive past.
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Phyrexian Scuta
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Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Scott M. Fischer
Card Stock
English
{3}{B}
Creature — Phyrexian Zombie
3 / 3
B
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Kicker—Pay 3 life. (You may pay 3 life in addition to any other costs as you cast this spell.) If this creature was kicked, it enters with two +1/+1 counters on it.