Vulturous Zombie
Ravnica: City of Guilds 238 • rare
- Set
- Ravnica: City of Guilds
- Collector number
- 238
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana black mana green mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Black · Green
- Artist
- Greg Staples
- Market price
- $0.42
What it does
Flying
Whenever a card is put into an opponent's graveyard from anywhere, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.
"When something dies, all things benefit. Well okay, just our things."— Ezoc, Golgari rot farmer
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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Where it came from
Vulturous Zombie was introduced in the 2005 Magic: The Gathering set Ravnica: City of Guilds, serving as a signature creature for the Golgari Swarm guild. The design of the card emphasizes the Golgari philosophy of growth through decay, utilizing the 'dredge' and graveyard-focused mechanics that defined the set's unique identity. It was crafted to function as a growing threat that rewards players for attrition-based gameplay, reflecting the dark, organic aesthetic of the subterranean Ravnica underworld.
The illustration was created by artist Trevor Hairsine, whose work frequently captures the gritty and atmospheric tone of the game's darker factions. Hairsine’s depiction of the zombie reflects the set’s blend of urban decay and necromantic themes, moving away from traditional gothic horror toward a more visceral, fungal-influenced aesthetic. Upon its release, the card became a staple in limited play environments and a recognized example of the Golgari design language during the Ravnica block.
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