Retreat to Kazandu is card #72 from the 2017 Archenemy: Nicol Bolas expansion, featuring versatile Landfall-triggered effects for green mana strategies.
Retreat to Kazandu
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Archenemy: Nicol Bolas
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Description
Retreat to Kazandu serves as a pivotal enchantment in the 2017 Archenemy: Nicol Bolas expansion, specifically designated as card number 72. Designed for players seeking flexible green mana strategies, this card leverages the Landfall mechanic to provide dynamic board presence and resource management. As an uncommon card, Retreat to Kazandu allows players to choose between placing a +1/+1 counter on a target creature or gaining 2 life whenever a land enters the battlefield under their control. This dual-option structure makes it a valuable asset for decks aiming to stabilize early game positions or ramp up creature power efficiently. The card’s green mana cost and type line align perfectly with the Archenemy: Nicol Bolas set’s emphasis on high-impact, asymmetric gameplay where players control multiple arch-enemies. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards often seek out cards from the Archenemy: Nicol Bolas set due to its unique format and the distinctive artwork featured within. Retreat to Kazandu, with its clear rules text and strategic depth, represents a key piece for enthusiasts of the game’s broader lore and mechanics. Whether you are building a Commander deck or simply appreciating the strategic nuances of Magic’s enchantment cards, this addition to the catalog offers both gameplay utility and collector value. The Archenemy: Nicol Bolas set remains a notable release in Magic history, bridging the gap between casual and competitive playstyles. By including Retreat to Kazandu in your collection, you gain access to a card that exemplifies the set’s innovative approach to game design. For collectors focusing on specific sets or players associated with the Archenemy series, this card is an essential component for completing a comprehensive archive of Magic: The Gathering’s diverse card pool.
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Card Details
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Retreat to Kazandu
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Kieran Yanner
Card Stock
English
{2}{G}
Enchantment
G
Card Text
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Landfall — Whenever a land you control enters, choose one — • Put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. • You gain 2 life.
FAQ
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What type of card is Retreat to Kazandu?
Retreat to Kazandu is an Enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. It costs {2}{G} to cast and has a mana value of 3.
What does the Landfall mechanic do on this card?
When a land enters the battlefield under your control, you may choose one effect: put a +1/+1 counter on a target creature or gain 2 life.
Which set is card #72 from in Magic: The Gathering?
This card is number 72 in the 2017 Archenemy: Nicol Bolas expansion, with the set code E01.
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