# Sever the Bloodline Sever the Bloodline represents a specific moment in Magic's design philosophy around graveyard interaction and exile effects. Collectors appreciate it as a functional removal spell with utility against creature-heavy strategies, particularly relevant in formats where recursion matters. The Modern Masters 2017 printing is significant because it's a reprint that made the card more accessible than its original Innistrad version. The foil variant appeals to players building premium versions of casual or Commander decks where the flashback mechanic provides flexibility. Neither variant commands particular collector premiums, but the card maintains steady interest among players who value its practical utility over rarity or investment potential.