The Brass Herald, card number 293 from the 2003 Eighth Edition of Magic: The Gathering. This rare artifact creature is a staple for TCG collectors.
Brass Herald
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Eighth Edition
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The Brass Herald, identified as card number 293, is a rare artifact creature from the 2003 Eighth Edition release of Magic: The Gathering. Designed by Daren Bader, this card belongs to the 8ED set code and features a mana cost of {6} with a mana value of 6. As an artifact creature golem, it possesses 2 power and 2 toughness, making it a distinct presence on the battlefield. Collectors often seek this card for its role within the Eighth Edition framework, a foundational release that standardized many design elements for the trading card game. The Brass Herald offers strategic utility by allowing players to choose a creature type upon entering the field, revealing cards to search for that type, and boosting creatures of the chosen type. This interaction has made it a notable piece for enthusiasts exploring the depth of Magic: The Gathering's mechanics. Whether you are building a library of rare cards or studying the evolution of golem-themed artifacts in the game, the Brass Herald represents a key moment in TCG history. Its enduring appeal lies in its clever design and the strategic choices it enables during play, ensuring it remains a favorite among serious collectors and players alike.
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Card Details
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Brass Herald
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Daren Bader
Card Stock
English
{6}
Artifact Creature — Golem
2 / 2
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As this creature enters, choose a creature type. When this creature enters, reveal the top four cards of your library. Put all creature cards of the chosen type revealed this way into your hand and the rest on the bottom of your library in any order. Creatures of the chosen type get +1/+1.