Aesthir Glider is a 1996 Common artifact creature from the Alliances expansion, featuring the Flying ability and artwork by Ruth Thompson.
Aesthir Glider
1996 • Magic: The Gathering • Alliances
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Aesthir Glider, card number 116a, stands as a distinctive entry in Magic: The Gathering's 1996 Alliances expansion. This Common card depicts a unique Artifact Creature classified as a Bird Construct, blending mechanical and avian elements within the game's complex lore. With a mana cost of three and a power/toughness of 2/1, it offers strategic utility through its Flying ability, allowing it to bypass ground-based blockers while remaining unable to block attackers itself. The card's flavor text adds narrative depth, quoting Skycaptain Arna Kennerüd on the transformation of a noble ally into a "glorified kite," highlighting the set's thematic exploration of life and death. Collectors appreciate this card for its iconic Ruth Thompson illustration and its representation of the early era of Magic design. As a fundamental piece of the Alliances set, Aesthir Glider remains a sought-after item for those building complete collections or exploring the history of the trading card game.
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Aesthir Glider
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Ruth Thompson
Card Stock
English
{3}
Artifact Creature — Bird Construct
2 / 1
Card Text
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Flying This creature can't block.
"Sacrilege! A noble ally in life, made nothing more than a glorified kite in death!" —Arna Kennerüd, Skycaptain