The Brass Herald is a key artifact creature from the 2001 Magic: The Gathering Apocalypse expansion, offering unique gameplay mechanics for collectors.
Brass Herald
2001 • Magic: The Gathering • Apocalypse
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The Brass Herald, identified as card number 133 in the 2001 Magic: The Gathering Apocalypse expansion, remains a notable entry for dedicated TCG enthusiasts. Designed by artist Daren Bader, this card features a mana cost of six and functions as an artifact creature with a power and toughness of 2/2. Its strategic value lies in its ability to choose a creature type upon entering the battlefield, allowing players to reveal cards from their library and boost the power and toughness of creatures matching that chosen type. This mechanic makes the Brass Herald a versatile piece for collectors interested in the complex interactions of early 2000s Magic design. As part of the Apocalypse set, it represents a specific era of gameplay that emphasizes resource management and board presence. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Apocalypse collections or to appreciate its place in the broader history of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. The card's design and rules text reflect the creative direction of the time, making it a valuable addition to any serious collection of vintage trading cards.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Brass Herald
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Daren Bader
Card Stock
English
{6}
Artifact Creature — Golem
2 / 2
Card Text
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As this creature enters, choose a creature type. When this creature enters, reveal the top four cards of your library. Put all creature cards of the chosen type revealed this way into your hand and the rest on the bottom of your library in any order. Creatures of the chosen type get +1/+1.