The 2022 Magic: The Gathering Scion of Halaster etched card from Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate. This unique collectible enhances any D&D-themed collection.
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate
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The Scion of Halaster etched card from Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate offers a tangible connection to the intersection of Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons. Released in 2022, this card features the distinctive etched finish, which adds a textured, three-dimensional quality to the artwork that catches the light differently than standard prints. As card number 498 in the set, it serves as a memorable piece for enthusiasts of both the trading card game and the tabletop RPG universe. In gameplay, Scion of Halaster functions as a Legendary Enchantment — Background, providing a strategic advantage by modifying the card drawing process. Its ability allows commander creatures to look at the top two cards of the library, placing one in the graveyard and the other back on top before drawing a card. This mechanic supports deck-building strategies focused on card advantage and resource management, making it a functional and thematic addition to any library. For collectors, the etched treatment makes this card a standout item. The tactile experience of the raised foil contrasts with the smooth surface of the rest of the card, appealing to those who appreciate premium production values. Whether you are a long-time Magic player or a newcomer drawn by the Baldur's Gate theme, adding this card to your collection provides a unique artifact that bridges two major fantasy gaming worlds. It is an excellent choice for gifting to fans of Dungeons & Dragons or for completing a themed portfolio of Commander Legends variants.
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Featured
Scion of Halaster
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Milivoj Ćeran
Card Stock
English
Etched
{1}{B}
Legendary Enchantment — Background
B
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Commander creatures you own have "The first time you would draw a card each turn, instead look at the top two cards of your library. Put one of them into your graveyard and the other back on top of your library. Then draw a card."
Most see the Mad Mage as a deranged menace, but you recognize the genius behind his paranoia.
FAQ
The etched finish is a premium production technique that adds a raised, textured layer to specific parts of the card's artwork. This tactile treatment distinguishes it from standard foil or non-foil prints, offering a unique visual and physical experience for collectors.
As a Legendary Enchantment — Background, Scion of Halaster modifies the draw step for your commander. It allows you to look at the top two cards of your library, put one into your graveyard, and return the other to the top, then draw a card. This provides card advantage and deck filtering.
This card is from Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate, released in 2022. It is numbered 498 in the set and was designed to appeal to fans of both Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons.
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