Shards of Alara
Shards of Alara is part of the Series 2008 series and features 250 unique cards. This set was released on October 3, 2008 and includes a diverse range of cards perfect for both collectors and players.
Total Cards
250
Release Date
October 3, 2008
Series
Series 2008
TCG
Magic: The Gathering
Using Placeholders for Shards of Alara
Placeholder cards are essential tools for serious collectors working on completing Shards of Alara. By generating placeholder PDFs for the cards you're missing, you can maintain a visually complete binder while actively hunting for the real cards. This approach helps you quickly identify which cards you still need and keeps your collection organized.
Collection Tips
Start with Commons
Begin by acquiring common cards first - they're more affordable and help you make quick progress toward set completion.
Track Chase Cards
Identify the rare and valuable cards in this set early. Use our checklist feature to track these specifically at trading events.
Use Bulk Selection
Our 'Select All' feature lets you generate a complete set checklist in one click - perfect for comprehensive collection tracking.
Binder Organization
Print placeholder cards for missing slots to keep your binder looking complete and professional while you work toward finishing the set.
Generate Placeholders
Use the tool below to select specific cards from Shards of Alara and generate your custom placeholder PDF or event checklist.
Card Preview
Here's a preview of some cards included in this set:
Bant Panorama
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Battlegrace Angel
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Courier's Capsule
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Forest
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Knight of the Skyward Eye
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Ooze Garden
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Sanctum Gargoyle
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Tezzeret the Seeker
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Vein Drinker
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Corpse Connoisseur
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Elvish Visionary
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Feral Hydra
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Card Placeholders PDF
Full-size placeholder cards that fit perfectly in standard sleeves. Ideal for organizing your binder.
- Standard card size (2.5" x 3.5")
- High-quality card images
- 9 cards per page layout
Event Checklist PDF
Compact checklist format perfect for trading events and conventions. Track what you need!
- All cards with thumbnails
- Checkbox system for tracking
- Printer-friendly format