The 2022 Alchemy: Kamigawa release with the Swarm Saboteur. This Rare Human Ninja features distinct Ninjutsu mechanics and unique card conjuring abilities for strategic play.
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Alchemy: Kamigawa
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Identified by card number 13, this Rare creature brings the tactical depth of the Ninja subtype to the modern collector's portfolio. Designed by artist Alexey Kruglov, the card captures the essence of the Kamigawa plane's blend of traditional Japanese mythology and futuristic technology, appealing to fans of both the lore and the gameplay mechanics. As a Human Ninja with a mana value of two, Swarm Saboteur offers efficient board presence while delivering complex interactions through its abilities. The Ninjutsu keyword allows players to sneak this creature into combat from the hand, creating surprise attacks that can shift the momentum of a game. Beyond its stealth capabilities, the card features Deathtouch, ensuring that any damage it deals is sufficient to destroy larger opposing creatures. One of its most defining traits is the trigger that activates when it deals combat damage to a player. This effect conjures a card named Virus Beetle directly into the hand, providing immediate resource advantage and fueling further swarm strategies. For collectors, the Alchemy: Kamigawa series represents a significant era in Magic history, bridging the gap between casual play and competitive innovation. The Swarm Saboteur is not just a piece of art but a functional tool for builders looking to complete their set collections. Its unique ability to generate additional cards makes it a memorable part of the set's narrative and mechanical identity. Whether you are focusing on completing the Alchemy: Kamigawa checklist or seeking cards with specific synergistic effects, this release offers a compelling addition to any library. The card's design and rules text reflect the creative direction of the 2022 set, making it a valuable reference point for understanding the evolution of Magic: The Gathering's digital and physical formats.
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Swarm Saboteur
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Alexey Kruglov
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English
{1}{B}
Creature — Human Ninja
2 / 2
B
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Ninjutsu {B} Deathtouch Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, conjure a card named Virus Beetle into your hand.
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Swarm Saboteur is a Rare Human Ninja creature card from the 2022 Alchemy: Kamigawa set. It has a mana cost of one black mana and one generic mana, with power and toughness of 2/2.
The card features the Ninjutsu ability, allowing it to be inserted into combat from the hand. It also has Deathtouch and a triggered ability that conjures a Virus Beetle card into your hand whenever it deals combat damage to a player.
Yes, this is card number 13 from the Alchemy: Kamigawa set, released in 2022. It is part of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game and was designed to explore new mechanics within the Kamigawa plane's theme.
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