Magic: The Gathering

Spined Sliver

Premium Deck Series: Slivers 14 • uncommon

Set: Premium Deck Series: Slivers
Collector number: 14
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: red mana green mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Green · Red
Artist: Ron Spencer
Finish: Foil

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$0.85market price via TCGplayer · Aug 18, 2026$0.76 – $0.88 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This uncommon creature card showcases the unique, interconnected nature of its species, where each individual contributes to the hive's collective power. Its inclusion in this series marks its role as a core component for players building synergistic strategies around this specific group of organisms.

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What it does

Whenever a Sliver becomes blocked, that Sliver gets +1/+1 until end of turn for each creature blocking it.

"Slivers are evil and slivers are sly; And if you get eaten, then no one will cry."— Mogg children's rhyme

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Spined Sliver was originally introduced in the Stronghold expansion set for Magic: The Gathering in 1998, designed to expand the hive-mind mechanics of the Sliver creature type. The creature represents a biological evolution within the lore, where Slivers adapt defensive spikes to deter attackers. This version specifically appeared in the 2009 Premium Deck Series: Slivers, a curated collection intended to provide players with a cohesive, playable tribal deck featuring updated card frames and premium foiling.

The artwork for this printing was provided by Ron Spencer, a prominent illustrator in the early history of the game known for his distinctively gritty, high-contrast style. Spencer's depiction of the Spined Sliver emphasizes its predatory anatomy, aligning with the visceral and alien aesthetic that defined the original Sliver design concept. The card was well-received by players for its tactical utility in combat-focused decks, cementing its place as a staple among those building around the Sliver archetype.

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About

About Spined Sliver

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