Illustrated by Andrew Robinson · Card image provided by Scryfall.
STH 45 · rare
Thalakos Deceiver
Creature — Thalakos Wizard
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Collector number45
SetStronghold (STH)
Rarityrare
Released1998-03-02
Mana cost{3}{U}
Mana value4
ColoursU
Power / toughness1 / 1
ArtistAndrew Robinson
Oracle text
Shadow (This creature can block or be blocked by only creatures with shadow.) Whenever this creature attacks and isn't blocked, you may sacrifice it. If you do, gain control of target creature. (This effect lasts indefinitely.)
Format legality
legacy: legalvintage: legalpenny: legalcommander: legaloathbreaker: legalduel: legalpremodern: legalpredh: legal
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