Plague Stinger

Plague Stinger was originally released in the 2010 Magic: The Gathering set Scars of Mirrodin, designed as part of the Phyrexian faction's return to the game's lore. The DCI Promo version, identified as number 59, was distributed through the Wizards of the Coast organized play system. These promotional versions often featured unique foil treatments or alternate border designs intended to reward players for their consistent participation in sanctioned local game store tournaments.

The card was illustrated by Dave Rapoza, who leaned into the grotesque, biomechanical aesthetic central to the Phyrexian concept. The design highlights the creature's swift, lethal nature through the inclusion of the 'infect' mechanic, which significantly alters how damage is calculated in the game. Upon its debut, the card became a staple in aggressive deck archetypes, particularly within the 'Infect' strategy that sought to win by overwhelming opponents with poison counters rather than traditional life reduction.