The 2004 Darksteel foil Arcbound Worker (#104), a foundational artifact construct in Magic: The Gathering with the powerful Modular 1 ability.
2004 • Magic: The Gathering • Darksteel
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Arcbound Worker is a one-mana Artifact Creature — Construct that offers immediate board presence without consuming excessive resources. The card’s primary appeal lies in its Modular 1 ability. This mechanic allows the Worker to enter the battlefield with a +1/+1 counter. When the Worker leaves play, players may move those counters to another artifact creature. This flexibility makes it a valuable tool in decks focused on artifact synergy and token strategies. Collectors appreciate the foil finish for its visual impact and the card’s consistent relevance in various construct-themed archetypes. For fans of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this release from the Darksteel set represents a key component in completing a comprehensive collection. The foil treatment adds a layer of collectibility, making it a desirable addition for those who value both gameplay utility and aesthetic quality. Whether building a competitive deck or curating a vintage collection, the Arcbound Worker remains a staple of the construct lineage. By focusing on the core identity of cards like this Darksteel artifact, collectors can confidently build their libraries around iconic pieces of TCG history.
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Featured
Arcbound Worker
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Darrell Riche
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}
Artifact Creature — Construct
0 / 0
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Modular 1 (This creature enters with a +1/+1 counter on it. When it dies, you may put its +1/+1 counters on target artifact creature.)
The parts are as strong as the whole.
FAQ
Modular 1 allows the artifact creature to enter the battlefield with a +1/+1 counter. When it dies, you may put that +1/+1 counter on target artifact creature.
This card is part of the Darksteel expansion, released in 2004. It is card number 104 in that set and features a foil finish.
Yes, Arcbound Worker is classified as an Artifact Creature — Construct. It costs one mana to cast and has a power and toughness of 0/0 without counters.
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