The Poison-Blade Mentor is a 2024 Uncommon creature card from the Magic: The Gathering x Assassin's Creed crossover set, featuring a unique Human Assassin with deathtouch capabilities.
Poison-Blade Mentor
2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Assassin's Creed
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Card number 288 in the Assassin's Creed expansion, Poison-Blade Mentor brings a distinct crossover appeal to Magic: The Gathering collectors. Released in 2024, this Uncommon card introduces a Human Assassin that bridges the fantasy mechanics of the TCG with the stealth themes of the popular video game franchise. The card features a mana cost of {1}{B} and possesses a power/toughness of 2/1, making it a versatile piece for building decks focused on aggression and precision. Its gameplay identity centers on its deathtouch ability and its ability to buff other Assassins. Whenever it attacks, it grants another target Assassin you control deathtouch until end of turn. This synergy makes it particularly valuable for collectors who enjoy the strategic depth of assassin-focused archetypes. The card was illustrated by Xabi Gaztelua, whose work adds visual cohesion to the set's design. For fans of both the Assassin's Creed series and Magic: The Gathering, this card represents a tangible connection to the intersection of gaming history. It serves as a key component for those looking to complete the Assassin's Creed set or expand their collection of crossover merchandise. The specific design and rules text offer a unique entry point into the broader narrative of the Assassin's Creed universe through the lens of the trading card game.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Poison-Blade Mentor
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Xabi Gaztelua
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}
Creature — Human Assassin
2 / 1
B
Card Text
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Deathtouch (Any amount of damage this deals to a creature is enough to destroy it.) Whenever this creature attacks, another target Assassin you control gains deathtouch until end of turn.
"The poison is no substitute for accuracy. Don't expect it to do your job for you." —Pierre Bellec