Thunder Brute

Description

Thunder Brute, card number 113, is an uncommon foil release from Magic: The Gathering’s 2014 Born of the Gods expansion. This red creature belongs to the cyclops subtype and carries a mana cost of four generic and two red mana, resulting in a mana value of six. As a five-power, five-toughness threat, the card offers immediate board presence upon entry. The card’s design includes the trample keyword, allowing excess combat damage to bypass blockers and reach the opponent’s life total. Additionally, it features the tribute mechanic, which introduces a strategic choice at the time of casting. An opponent may choose to place three +1/+1 counters on the creature as it enters the battlefield. If tribute is not paid, the card gains haste until the end of the turn, enabling it to attack immediately. This duality makes the card a flexible asset in various deck archetypes. Designed by Phill Simmer, the foil treatment enhances the visual appeal for collectors focusing on parallel sets or specific finish types. Collectors often seek this card to complete their set collections or to add a powerful, high-impact creature to their library. The combination of its sturdy stats, versatile abilities, and foil finish makes it a notable piece for enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.