Basri's Lieutenant

Description

Basri's Lieutenant, card number 288, is a Rare creature from the Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2021 release. Designed by Matt Stewart, this white mana card serves as a foundational Human Knight for collectors and players exploring the M21 era. As a creature with a mana cost of {3}{W} and a mana value of 4, it occupies a specific strategic niche within the game's white-aligned decks. The card’s power and toughness are listed as 3/4, providing a solid presence on the battlefield. The card's rules text centers on defensive utility and board synergy. It possesses Vigilance, allowing it to attack without tapping, and Protection from multicolored, which prevents it from being targeted or damaged by multicolored sources. Upon entering the battlefield, Basri's Lieutenant allows the controller to place a +1/+1 counter on a target creature they control. This effect supports broader strategies focused on growing the strength of one's army. Furthermore, the card features a death-triggered ability. Whenever Basri's Lieutenant or another controlled creature dies, if that creature had a +1/+1 counter on it, the controller creates a 2/2 white Knight creature token with Vigilance. This mechanic rewards aggressive play and token generation, making it a popular choice for those interested in Knight tribal themes or incremental advantage. Basri's Lieutenant is a Rare creature card numbered 288 in the Core Set 2021. The product listing represents this catalog identity, ensuring that buyers can identify the exact card within the M21 subset.