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The Whispersteel Dagger, card number 5 from the 2020 Zendikar Rising Commander subset of Magic: The Gathering. This artifact equipment enables powerful graveyard recursion.

Whispersteel Dagger

2020 • Magic: The Gathering • Zendikar Rising • Commander

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Description

The Whispersteel Dagger, identified as card number 5 in the 2020 Zendikar Rising Commander subset, is a distinct artifact equipment within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Designed for the Commander format, this card serves as a pivotal tool for players looking to manipulate the graveyard zone effectively. Its presence in the Zendikar Rising expansion adds a unique mechanical layer to deck construction, appealing to collectors and strategists alike. As an artifact with a mana cost of {2}{B} and a mana value of 3, the Whispersteel Dagger offers a balanced entry point for black-aligned decks. When equipped to a creature, it grants a +2/+0 power boost, enhancing the durability and threat level of the equipped unit. The card’s true value, however, lies in its triggered ability. Whenever the equipped creature deals combat damage to a player, you may cast a creature spell from that player’s graveyard during the same turn. This capability allows for immediate resource recovery, turning fallen opponents' assets into new threats. The effect includes a flexible mana cost adjustment, permitting the caster to spend mana as though it were any color. This feature is particularly valuable in multi-color Commander games, where accessing the correct mana for expensive spells can be challenging. Collectors often seek this card for its clever design and its role in fostering dynamic, interactive gameplay. The Whispersteel Dagger remains a notable piece of the Zendikar Rising Commander subset, offering both mechanical depth and collectible interest. Whether you are building a competitive deck or adding to a curated collection, this card represents a significant contribution to the Magic: The Gathering landscape.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2020

Series

Zendikar Rising

Subset

Commander

Subset Type

Subset

Card Number

#5

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Svetlin Velinov

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{2}{B}

Type

Artifact — Equipment

Color

B

Card Text

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Equipped creature gets +2/+0. Whenever equipped creature deals combat damage to a player, you may cast a creature spell from that player's graveyard this turn, and you may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast that spell. Equip {3}

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What format is the Whispersteel Dagger designed for?

The Whispersteel Dagger is part of the Commander subset within the Zendikar Rising set, making it specifically tailored for the Commander format. This format emphasizes singleton decks and multiplayer gameplay, where the card's graveyard recursion ability shines.

How does the Whispersteel Dagger work in gameplay?

When equipped to a creature, the Dagger provides a +2/+0 power boost. Its key ability triggers when the equipped creature deals combat damage to a player, allowing you to cast a creature spell from that opponent's graveyard that turn using mana of any color.

Is the Whispersteel Dagger a rare card in Zendikar Rising?

In the Zendikar Rising Commander subset, the Whispersteel Dagger is classified as a rare artifact equipment. Its rarity and unique graveyard interaction make it a sought-after card among collectors and players focusing on black-aligned strategies.

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