Shadowed Grounds
Swamp (0274) from Tarkir Dragonstorm serves as a dependable source of black mana while offering a subtle foil sheen that reads well in play and in sleeve. This Light Play Foil example shows the murky textures and the artist Sergey Glushakov's layered palette clearly, with dark purples and muddy browns drawing attention to the central pool. Experienced players will appreciate how the foil catch can signal a premium yet practical inclusion for both Commander and Limited decks.
Functionally this Swamp performs exactly as expected for a Basic Land while adding a collectible edge from the Dragonstorm era. Use it to smooth your mana, enable early spells or fuel late game recursion. The card sits flat in sleeves and displays set iconography and collector number without interfering with readability. Consider it when you want a straightforward land that also contributes to the table presence of a black focused deck.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost –
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Card Type – Basic Land
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Subtypes – Swamp
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – {T}: Add {B}.
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Power / Toughness – Not applicable
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Loyalty – Not applicable
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Set – Tarkir Dragonstorm
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Condition – Light Play Foil
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Language – English