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The 2017 Magic: The Gathering Aether Revolt Alley Evasion foil card (AER #6) is a white instant featuring a choose-one effect for creature enhancement or retrieval.

Alley Evasion

2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Aether Revolt

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Product Overview

Description

Alley Evasion from the 2017 Aether Revolt set is a white instant that provides flexible utility for players seeking creature support. Designed by Scott Murphy, this foil version (card number 6) highlights the card's elegant presentation while maintaining its core mechanical identity. The card's rules text allows the controller to choose between two distinct effects: granting a target creature you control +1/+2 until end of turn, or returning a target creature you control to its owner's hand. This choose-one structure makes the card adaptable to various board states, whether you need to stabilize a defensive position or recover a valuable asset. As a common rarity card in the Aether Revolt expansion, Alley Evasion serves as a staple in white-based strategies that rely on creature combat or recursion. The flavor text, "Sure, you know the law. But I know the streets," adds narrative depth, reflecting the set's steampunk-inspired world and themes of subterfuge and rebellion. Collectors appreciate the foil treatment for its visual appeal, which enhances the card's presence in a collection or deck box. The card's low mana cost of one white mana makes it easily playable in the early game, providing immediate impact without disrupting your resource curve., enthusiasts can find this Aether Revolt staple to complete their collection or enhance their gameplay options. The card's versatility ensures it remains relevant across different formats, appealing to both competitive players and casual collectors who value strategic depth. Whether you are building a deck focused on creature tactics or simply adding to your Magic: The Gathering library, Alley Evasion offers a reliable tool for managing your board and resources effectively.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2017

Series

Aether Revolt

Card Number

#6

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Scott Murphy

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{W}

Type

Instant

Color

W

Card Text

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Choose one — • Target creature you control gets +1/+2 until end of turn. • Return target creature you control to its owner's hand.

"Sure, you know the law. But I know the streets."

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What does Alley Evasion do in Magic: The Gathering?

Alley Evasion is a white instant that lets you choose one of two effects: give a creature you control +1/+2 until end of turn, or return a creature you control to its owner's hand.

What is the mana cost of Alley Evasion?

The mana cost for Alley Evasion is one white mana ({W}), making it a low-cost option for early-game plays.

Who is the artist for the Alley Evasion card?

Scott Murphy is the artist who created the illustration for the Alley Evasion card in the Aether Revolt set.

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