Collect the Aven Tactician (Card #6) from Magic: The Gathering's 2015 Dragons of Tarkir expansion. This White Bird Soldier features flying and bolster abilities.
Aven Tactician
2015 • Magic: The Gathering • Dragons of Tarkir
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Description
The Aven Tactician is a distinct entry in the 2015 Dragons of Tarkir expansion, identified by card number 6. As a Common rarity creature card, it belongs to the iconic Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This card depicts a Bird Soldier with a mana cost of four generic mana and one white mana, resulting in a mana value of five. It enters the battlefield as a 2/3 creature with the flying ability, allowing it to bypass ground blockers. The card’s unique mechanic is bolster, which triggers when it enters the battlefield. This effect allows the controller to choose a creature they control with the least toughness and place a +1/+1 counter on it. This strategic utility makes the Aven Tactician a valuable tool for board stabilization in various deck archetypes. For collectors, this card represents a key component of the Dragons of Tarkir set. Whether you are building a competitive deck or assembling a complete collection of the 2015 release, the Aven Tactician offers both gameplay versatility and collectible value. The card's straightforward yet impactful design reflects the thematic elements of the Tarkir block, appealing to fans of the franchise. The Aven Tactician remains a staple for those interested in the strategic depth and artistic quality of the Dragons of Tarkir expansion.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Aven Tactician
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Christopher Moeller
Card Stock
English
{4}{W}
Creature — Bird Soldier
2 / 3
W
Card Text
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Flying When this creature enters, bolster 1. (Choose a creature with the least toughness among creatures you control and put a +1/+1 counter on it.)
The aven are admired, for they are able to fly with the dragons.
FAQ
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What abilities does the Aven Tactician have?
The Aven Tactician has the flying ability and enters the battlefield with a bolster effect. Bolger allows you to choose a creature you control with the least toughness and put a +1/+1 counter on it.
What is the mana cost of Aven Tactician?
The Aven Tactician has a mana cost of {4}{W}, requiring four generic mana and one white mana. Its total mana value is 5.
Who illustrated the Aven Tactician card?
The Aven Tactician card from the Dragons of Tarkir set was illustrated by Christopher Moeller.
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