Defossilize (The Lost Caverns of Ixalan) Near Mint Foil

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Defossilize returns a creature and forces it to do work the moment it hits the field. The card name Defossilize fits its function in play. For {4}{B} you get a one shot that brings a body back and immediately makes the top of your library part of the exchange. The explore triggers can replenish resources or put counters on the creature so the resurrection is rarely just a tempo play.

Use Defossilize in midrange decks that want repeatable value from a single cast. The double explore sequence means you can dig for a land or convert nonlands into growth while the returned creature stays on board. In lore terms imagine an ancient specimen pried loose from mineral sleep to scout the modern wilds. Practically that means more library interaction and a way to convert a dead card into a lasting threat.

Card Details:

• Mana Cost – {4}{B}
• Card Type – Sorcery
• Subtypes –
• Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Return target creature card from your graveyard to the battlefield. That creature explores, then it explores again. (Reveal the top card of your library. Put that card into your hand if it is a land. Otherwise put a +1/+1 counter on that creature, then put the card back or put it into your graveyard. Then repeat this process.)
• Power / Toughness – N A