The Mobile Garrison foil card (AER #165) from Magic: The Gathering's 2017 Aether Revolt expansion. This common Vehicle artifact offers a unique gameplay mechanic for collectors and players.
Mobile Garrison
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Aether Revolt
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The Mobile Garrison is a distinct artifact card from the 2017 Magic: The Gathering expansion Aether Revolt, identified by its set code AER and card number 165. As a common rarity, this foil version is designed to catch the eye of collectors who appreciate the shimmering finish that defines the parallel treatments within the set. The card functions as a Vehicle, a unique card type that bridges the gap between artifacts and creatures, offering versatility in gameplay strategies. Art by Cliff Childs, the card presents a mechanical design consistent with the industrial aesthetic of the Aether Revolt block. The card’s rules text introduces a strategic element: whenever the Vehicle attacks, it untaps another target artifact or creature you control. This ability encourages players to build synergistic decks that leverage multiple permanent types. Additionally, the card possesses the Crew ability, allowing it to become an artifact creature by tapping creatures with total power 2 or more. For collectors, owning a foil Mobile Garrison provides an opportunity to complete set collections with a visually striking variant. The combination of the card’s mechanical theme and the foil treatment makes it a desirable addition to any Magic: The Gathering library. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a set of favorite cards, this release represents a key piece of the Aether Revolt era. The Mobile Garrison remains a notable entry in the history of Magic: The Gathering, reflecting the innovative design choices made during the Aether Revolt release. Its ability to interact with other artifacts makes it a functional and collectible piece of the game’s extensive catalog.
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Card Details
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Featured
Mobile Garrison
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Cliff Childs
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}
Artifact — Vehicle
3 / 4
Card Text
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Whenever this Vehicle attacks, untap another target artifact or creature you control. Crew 2 (Tap any number of creatures you control with total power 2 or more: This Vehicle becomes an artifact creature until end of turn.)








