The Reverse Engineer is an Uncommon sorcery from Magic: The Gathering's 2017 Aether Revolt expansion, featuring a unique improvise mechanic that pairs well with artifact decks.
Reverse Engineer
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Aether Revolt
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Released in 2017 as part of the Aether Revolt expansion, Reverse Engineer (Card #42) is an Uncommon sorcery that has earned a dedicated following among Magic: The Gathering collectors. Designed by artist Chase Stone, this card is notable for its innovative improvise mechanic, which allows players to tap artifacts to reduce the spell's mana cost, making it a flexible tool in artifact-heavy strategies. The card’s lore ties into the Hold, an illegal research facility located in a derelict merchant ship, adding depth to the Theros block’s narrative. As part of the Aether Revolt set, Reverse Engineer contributes to the era’s focus on improvisation and technological rebellion. Collectors often seek this card for its unique gameplay interaction and its place within one of Magic’s most beloved expansions. Whether you are building a competitive deck or expanding your collection, this card offers both strategic value and historical significance within the Magic: The Gathering universe. Its status as an Uncommon card from a highly regarded set makes it a desirable addition for enthusiasts looking to complete their Aether Revolt roster or explore alternative spell options.
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Reverse Engineer
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Chase Stone
Card Stock
English
{3}{U}{U}
Sorcery
U
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Improvise (Your artifacts can help cast this spell. Each artifact you tap after you're done activating mana abilities pays for {1}.) Draw three cards.
The Hold, an illegal research facility in a derelict merchant ship, became a wellspring of renegade intelligence.