Magic: The Gathering

Wing Snare

Eighth Edition 288 • uncommon

Set: Eighth Edition
Collector number: 288
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 2 generic mana green mana
Type: Sorcery
Colors: Green
Artist: Daren Bader
Market price: $0.15

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$0.15market price via TCGplayer · Aug 17, 2026$0.12 – $0.15 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an uncommon sorcery from the Eighth Edition set, Wing Snare represents a specialized tactical tool for players looking to manage threats from the air. Its inclusion in this collection marks a specific moment in the game's history, showcasing the illustrative style of Daren Bader as it appeared in this particular iteration of the core set.

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Card face

What it does

Destroy target creature with flying.

"We are the hands of the great trees, reaching out to ensnare what threatens their branches."— Elvish hunter

Formats

Where you can play it

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

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Provenance

Where it came from

Wing Snare was released in 2003 as part of the Eighth Edition core set for Magic: The Gathering. This set was a significant milestone for the game, marking the introduction of the modern card frame design, which modernized the aesthetic of the series while maintaining legacy mechanics. As an uncommon sorcery, the card was designed to offer green-aligned players a reactive tool to manage flying creatures, fitting into the color's thematic role of addressing threats from the air.

The card features artwork by Daren Bader, a prominent fantasy illustrator known for his contributions throughout the late 1990s and 2000s. Bader’s design focuses on the visceral moment of capturing a winged predator, utilizing a vibrant, high-contrast style that defined the visual language of the era. The piece was well-received by players for its clear communicative intent, serving as a functional staple in limited formats where aerial defense was often a critical strategic consideration.

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About

About Wing Snare

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