The Clockwork Condor, card number 50 from the 2010 Duel Decks: Elspeth vs. Tezzeret expansion. This Artifact Creature Bird is a staple for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts.
Clockwork Condor
2010 • Magic: The Gathering • Duel Decks: Elspeth vs. Tezzeret
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Released in 2010, the Clockwork Condor is a notable entry in the Duel Decks: Elspeth vs. Tezzeret expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Identified as card number 50 within the set, this Artifact Creature — Bird brings mechanical depth to the game. With a mana cost of four, it enters the battlefield with three +1/+1 counters, providing immediate presence on the board. The card features the flying ability, allowing it to evade most ground-based blockers, while its unique triggered ability removes a counter whenever it attacks or blocks, creating dynamic gameplay decisions. Illustrated by Arnie Swekel, the card represents a distinct era of pre-constructed duel decks designed to introduce players to specific strategic archetypes. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Duel Decks: Elspeth vs. Tezzeret set or to appreciate its role in the broader history of Magic: The Gathering's product lines. Whether building a themed collection or analyzing the evolution of artifact creatures, this card offers a fascinating look into the game's design philosophy during the late 2000s.
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Clockwork Condor
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Arnie Swekel
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English
{4}
Artifact Creature — Bird
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Flying This creature enters with three +1/+1 counters on it. Whenever this creature attacks or blocks, remove a +1/+1 counter from it at end of combat.