Basri's Lieutenant

Description

Basri's Lieutenant is a white creature card from the Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2021, identified by the set code M21 and card number 288. This Rare card features a foil finish and was illustrated by Matt Stewart. It costs {3}{W} to cast and enters the battlefield as a 4-mana-value Human Knight with 3 power and 4 toughness. The card possesses the keyword ability Vigilance, allowing it to attack without tapping. It also has protection from multicolored permanents. When Basri's Lieutenant enters the battlefield, players may place a +1/+1 counter on a target creature they control. The card's most distinct ability triggers whenever this creature or another controlled creature dies, provided the dying creature had a +1/+1 counter. In that case, the controller creates a 2/2 white Knight creature token with vigilance. This mechanic allows for recursive board presence by converting spent creatures into new defensive units. Basri's Lieutenant is a Rare foil card from the 2020 Core Set 2021, featuring a mana cost of {3}{W} and the creature type Human Knight. The foil treatment adds a distinct visual element to the card's presentation. As a base set Rare, it serves as a foundational piece for decks focused on white mana and token strategies. The card's design and rules text remain consistent across printings, making it a recognizable part of the M21 checklist. Its ability to generate tokens from counters makes it a versatile option for various game formats.