Wraiths of the Streets Await!
Step into the shadows with Street Wraith, a haunting presence from the Dominaria Remastered set. With a mana cost of {3}{B}{B}, this creature embodies the essence of the night, boasting a formidable 3/4 power and toughness. Its unique ability, Swampwalk, allows it to glide through the darkness, evading blockers as long as your opponent controls a Swamp. This makes the Street Wraith an essential piece in any black-based strategy, especially when paired with cards like Dark Ritual and Thoughtseize, creating a powerful mid-game threat that is difficult to counter.
The true beauty of Street Wraith lies in its Cycling ability. For just {2} life, you can discard this spectral creature to draw a card, effectively thinning your deck and accelerating your game plan. This synergy is particularly useful in decks that thrive on card draw and recursion, like Reanimator strategies. Whether you're utilizing it for its combat prowess or cycling it away for fresh options, Street Wraith remains a versatile addition to any collection.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {3}{B}{B}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Wraith
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Swampwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls a Swamp). Cycling—Pay 2 life. (Pay 2 life, discard this card: Draw a card.)
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Power / Toughness: 3/4
