Astor, Bearer of Blades

Description

Astor, Bearer of Blades stands as a formidable presence in the Magic: The Gathering Dominaria United expansion, released in 2022. As a legendary Human Warrior with a mana value of four, this card commands attention on the battlefield with its robust 4/4 power and toughness. Designed by Ivan Shavrin, the card captures the essence of the set's rich lore while providing strategic depth for players who favor artifact interactions. The card’s primary appeal lies in its unique ability to facilitate rapid artifact deployment. Upon entering the battlefield, it allows the player to search the top seven cards of their library for an Equipment or Vehicle, putting it directly into their hand. This mechanism accelerates the game plan, ensuring that key artifacts are available when needed most. Furthermore, Astor enhances the utility of other artifacts on the field, granting all controlled Equipment a reduced equip cost of one mana and lowering the crew cost for Vehicles to one. For collectors, this product represents a significant piece of the Dominaria United catalog. Identified as card number 293 and classified as a Rare, it is a sought-after addition for those building complete sets or focusing on legendary creature collections. The strategic versatility of Astor, Bearer of Blades makes it a valuable asset in both casual and competitive play, bridging the gap between creature combat and artifact synergy.