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The details of the Aether Inspector trading card from Magic: The Gathering's 2017 Aether Revolt expansion, a key Dwarf Artificer with energy-based abilities.

Aether Inspector

2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Aether Revolt

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Product Overview

Description

The Aether Inspector card, designated as number 3 in the 2017 Magic: The Gathering Aether Revolt expansion, serves as a foundational Dwarf Artificer creature for players engaging with the game's complex mechanics. Designed by artist Sidharth Chaturvedi, this common rarity card offers strategic utility through its interaction with the energy resource system introduced in the set. With a mana cost of {3}{W} and a mana value of 4, the card provides a sturdy 2/3 body while offering significant tactical advantages on the battlefield. Collectors and players appreciate the Aether Inspector for its dual capacity to generate and utilize energy counters. Upon entering the battlefield, the card grants two energy counters, accelerating resource accumulation for powerful spells. Furthermore, its triggered ability allows the controller to create a 1/1 colorless Servo artifact creature token whenever the Inspector attacks, provided they can pay the energy cost. This combination of vigilance and token generation makes it a versatile piece for building artifact-heavy decks. Whether you are focused on the mechanical depth of the Aether Revolt set or the broader lore of the Ixalan block, understanding the role of cards like the Aether Inspector is essential. Each card in this expansion contributes to the rich tapestry of the game's history, offering both nostalgic value and competitive potential. By focusing on the core attributes of the card, such as its type line, mana cost, and unique abilities, collectors can better appreciate the design philosophy behind The extensive catalog.

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Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

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Year

2017

Series

Aether Revolt

Card Number

#3

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Sidharth Chaturvedi

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{3}{W}

Type

Creature — Dwarf Artificer

Power / Toughness

2 / 3

Color

W

Card Text

Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.

Vigilance When this creature enters, you get {E}{E} (two energy counters). Whenever this creature attacks, you may pay {E}{E}. If you do, create a 1/1 colorless Servo artifact creature token.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of the Aether Inspector?

The Aether Inspector has a mana cost of {3}{W}, requiring three generic mana and one white mana to cast. This results in a mana value of 4, making it a mid-range creature option.

What abilities does the Aether Inspector have?

The card possesses vigilance and two triggered abilities. When it enters the battlefield, you gain two energy counters. Additionally, whenever it attacks, you may pay two energy to create a 1/1 colorless Servo token.

Who illustrated the Aether Inspector card?

The artwork for the Aether Inspector was created by Sidharth Chaturvedi.

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