Sly Instigator

Description

Released in 2022 by Wizards of the Coast, the Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate expansion brought the rich lore of the Dungeons & Dragons universe into the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Among its diverse roster of creatures is Sly Instigator, a Rare card identified by number 736 in the set. This Human Wizard card, illustrated by Justine Cruz, features a mana cost of three generic and one blue mana, resulting in a mana value of four and a power/toughness of 2/4. Sly Instigator offers a compelling strategic option for deck builders seeking control and disruption. Its activated ability allows the player to tap the creature and pay one blue mana to prevent a target creature an opponent controls from being blocked until the player's next turn. Additionally, it applies a goad effect to that creature, compelling it to attack an opponent of the player's choice. This dual effect makes it a valuable tool for isolating key threats or forcing unfavorable trades in Commander games. Collectors of the Battle for Baldur's Gate set often seek out this card to complete their run of Rare cards or to utilize its unique interaction capabilities. As part of the Commander Legends line, the set emphasizes the unique formats and synergies preferred by the Commander community. Whether used for competitive play or simply as a piece of the broader D&D crossover narrative, Sly Instigator represents a solid addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection.