Mortarpod is a 2011 Magic: The Gathering Artifact Equipment card from the Duel Decks: Mirrodin Pure vs. New Phyrexia series, featuring the Living Weapon mechanic.
Mortarpod
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Duel Decks: Mirrodin Pure vs. New Phyrexia
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Released in 2011 as part of the Duel Decks: Mirrodin Pure vs. New Phyrexia product, this card represents a key intersection of artifact mechanics and Phyrexian design themes. Identified as card number 68 with set code TD2, Mortarpod is classified as an Uncommon rarity within this release. As an Artifact — Equipment, it offers a unique entry into the game through its Living Weapon ability, allowing players to create a 0/0 black Phyrexian Germ creature token and attach the equipment immediately upon entering the battlefield. This mechanic provides immediate board presence, a valuable trait for collectors who appreciate strategic depth in the card's design. The card’s rules text details how the equipped creature gains +0/+1 and can sacrifice itself to deal damage, reflecting the aggressive nature of the New Phyrexia faction. For enthusiasts of Magic: The Gathering trading card game history, this card serves as a tangible piece of the 2011 era's competitive landscape. Collectors often seek out specific cards from the Duel Decks line to complete their personal archives or to study the evolution of artifact-based strategies. Whether you are a long-time veteran or a new collector, understanding the nuances of cards like Mortarpod enhances the overall collecting experience.
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Mortarpod
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Eric Deschamps
Card Stock
English
{2}
Artifact — Equipment
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Living weapon (When this Equipment enters, create a 0/0 black Phyrexian Germ creature token, then attach this to it.) Equipped creature gets +0/+1 and has "Sacrifice this creature: This creature deals 1 damage to any target." Equip {2}