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Ancient Excavation

Original Card

Ancient Excavation

Instant

{2}{U}{B}

Price

$0.92

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Card Role

Why players use Ancient Excavation

Card DrawTutorDiscard

Card Draw: Draws cards to keep your hand full and find answers
Tutor: Finds specific answers or combo pieces from your deck
Discard: Disrupts opponents' hands by forcing discards

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