Fear the Web of Shelob!
Introducing Shelob, Child of Ungoliant, a legendary creature that weaves a tapestry of fear and strategy in your Magic: The Gathering gameplay. With a formidable mana cost of {4}{B}{B}{G}, Shelob emerges as an 8/8 Spider Demon, featuring deathtouch and ward 2. This sinister creature not only punishes opponents for daring to engage but provides a protective barrier for your other Spiders, ensuring that they remain a looming threat on the battlefield.
What truly sets Shelob apart is her unique ability to create Food tokens whenever another creature takes damage from her. These tokens can be sacrificed for life gain, making Shelob an engine of survival in your deck. Pair her with cards like Garruk Wildspeaker or Wurmcoil Engine to create a resilient board state that your opponents will dread. Whether you’re assembling a tribal Spiders deck or simply looking to add some flavorful menace to your collection, Shelob is a must-have for any serious player.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {4}{B}{B}{G}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Legendary, Spider Demon
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Deathtouch, ward 2. Other Spiders you control have deathtouch and ward 2. Whenever another creature dealt damage this turn by a Spider you controlled dies, create a token that's a copy of that creature, except it's a Food artifact with “{2}, Sacrifice this artifact: You gain 3 life,” and it loses all other abilities.
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Power / Toughness: 8/8
