The 1994 Magic: The Gathering Antiquities set card Clockwork Avian (#45). This rare Artifact Creature Bird features unique counter mechanics for serious collectors.
Clockwork Avian
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • Antiquities
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Clockwork Avian, identified as card number 45 in the Antiquities (ATQ) set, stands out as a rare Artifact Creature — Bird with a mana value of five. This card offers a unique gameplay experience centered around +1/+0 counters rather than traditional power and toughness modifiers. Clockwork Avian begins the game with four +1/+0 counters already applied, granting it a starting power of zero but a toughness of four. Its most notable feature is the Flying ability, allowing it to bypass ground blockers. The card’s mechanics allow for strategic depth, as players can remove counters at the end of combat if the creature attacked or blocked, or add up to X counters during their upkeep using a specific activated ability. This balance of risk and reward makes it a fascinating study in early Magic design. For collectors, the Antiquities expansion remains a cornerstone of the Magic: The Gathering legacy. Randy Asplund-Faith’s artwork adorns this rare card, which appeals to those interested in the game’s foundational era. Whether you are building a comprehensive Antiquities collection or seeking unique artifact creatures for your library, Clockwork Avian represents a significant piece of trading card history.
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Clockwork Avian
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Randy Asplund-Faith
Card Stock
English
{5}
Artifact Creature — Bird
0 / 4
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Flying This creature enters with four +1/+0 counters on it. At end of combat, if this creature attacked or blocked this combat, remove a +1/+0 counter from it. {X}, {T}: Put up to X +1/+0 counters on this creature. This ability can't cause the total number of +1/+0 counters on this creature to be greater than four. Activate only during your upkeep.