Shay Cormac

Description

The 2024 Magic: The Gathering Assassin's Creed set brings the crossover appeal of the popular video game franchise into the tabletop arena with this release. Card number 65, titled Shay Cormac, represents a distinct entry in the ACR set code, offering collectors a tangible piece of the intersection between digital storytelling and strategic card gaming. Created by artist Axel Sauerwald, this Uncommon card is categorized as a Legendary Creature — Human Knight Rogue, fitting the thematic identity of the series while maintaining the structural integrity expected from Magic: The Gathering products. From a gameplay perspective, this card offers a compelling strategic option for players building decks around white and black mana. With a mana value of 2, it provides efficient entry into the board. Its primary effect allows players to strip defensive abilities from opponents' permanents, removing hexproof, indestructible, protection, shroud, and ward until the end of the turn. This makes it a potent tool for breaking through fortified defenses. Furthermore, the card features a dynamic bounty system: whenever an opponent's creature becomes the target of your spell or ability, a bounty counter is placed on it. When a creature with a bounty counter dies, Shay Cormac gains two +1/+1 counters, potentially growing into a formidable threat over the course of a game. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often seek out crossover sets for their unique artwork and thematic relevance. This card serves as a key component for those interested in completing the Assassin's Creed subset or building thematic decks. Its legendary status ensures it stands out in collection displays, appealing to fans of both the card game and the associated media franchise. As part of the broader Magic: The Gathering ecosystem, it represents the ongoing innovation in set design and mechanical diversity that defines the modern era of the game.