Riftwing Cloudskate is an uncommon 5-mana Illusion creature from the 2008 Duel Decks: Jace vs. Chandra expansion, known for its versatile suspend mechanic and flying ability.
Riftwing Cloudskate
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Duel Decks: Jace vs. Chandra
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Riftwing Cloudskate is a notable uncommon creature card from the 2008 Magic: The Gathering release, Duel Decks: Jace vs. Chandra. Identified by card number 15 and set code DD2, this blue Illusion brings strategic depth to the game with its unique design and mechanics. The card features a mana cost of {3}{U}{U}, resulting in a mana value of 5, and boasts a power/toughness of 2/2. Its abilities include flying and a triggered effect that returns a target permanent to its owner's hand upon entering the battlefield. Additionally, it offers the suspend mechanic, allowing players to exile the card with time counters and cast it for free later, providing a powerful late-game presence. For Magic: The Gathering collectors, Riftwing Cloudskate represents a key piece of the Duel Decks series, which was designed to showcase two rival planeswalkers. This product appeals to set builders and players who appreciate the tactical options provided by suspend. Whether you are looking to complete your DD2 collection or add a versatile card to your deck, this release offers significant collector and gameplay value. The artwork by Carl Critchlow adds to its appeal, making it a sought-after item for enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
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Riftwing Cloudskate
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Carl Critchlow
Card Stock
English
{3}{U}{U}
Creature — Illusion
2 / 2
U
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Flying When this creature enters, return target permanent to its owner's hand. Suspend 3—{1}{U} (Rather than cast this card from your hand, you may pay {1}{U} and exile it with three time counters on it. At the beginning of your upkeep, remove a time counter. When the last is removed, you may cast it without paying its mana cost. It has haste.)