Hyalopterous Lemure

Description

The Hyalopterous Lemure stands out in the 2023 Dominaria Remastered expansion as a versatile blue-black Spirit creature. As card number 89 in the set, this common print offers collectors a distinct gameplay experience defined by its adaptive abilities. The card features a mana cost of four generic mana and one black mana, resulting in a mana value of five. With a power and toughness of 4/3, it presents a solid board presence that can be dynamically adjusted during play. What makes this card particularly interesting for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts is its activated ability. By paying zero mana, players can reduce the creature's power by one while gaining flying until the end of the turn. This mechanic allows for strategic flexibility, enabling the Hyalopterous Lemure to evade blockers or adjust its combat profile based on the evolving battlefield. The flavor text, attributed to Norin the Wary, adds a layer of narrative depth, hinting at the creature's deceptive nature. Artwork by Pavel Kolomeyets brings the ethereal balloon-like spirit to life, capturing the essence of the Dominaria plane. For collectors, this card represents a tangible piece of the DMR set's design philosophy, blending classic creature types with innovative mechanics.