The 2016 Magic: The Gathering Eldritch Moon card Gisela, the Broken Blade, card number 28, featuring a unique melding mechanic.
Gisela, the Broken Blade
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Eldritch Moon
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Description
Gisela, the Broken Blade is a distinct card from the 2016 Magic: The Gathering Eldritch Moon expansion, identified by card number 28. This legendary creature features the Angel Horror type line and requires two white mana to cast. The card is notable for its unique gameplay mechanic involving another specific creature. When a player owns and controls both Gisela and a creature named Bruna, the Fading Light during their end step, the two cards are exiled and replaced by a single new entity called Brisela, Voice of Nightmares. This melding interaction creates a strategic depth that appeals to builders looking for complex board states. The card was illustrated by Clint Cearley, whose artwork defines the visual identity of this release. Collectors often seek out cards from the Eldritch Moon set due to its Gothic horror theme and intricate mechanics. The combination of flying, first strike, and lifelink makes Gisela a resilient presence on the battlefield before the meld occurs. Understanding the specific rules interaction between Gisela and Bruna is key for enthusiasts who enjoy mastering the nuances of Magic: The Gathering. Whether you are building a deck focused on the lore of Innistrad or simply appreciate the strategic design of the Eldritch Moon set, this card offers a compelling piece of gameplay history.
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Gisela, the Broken Blade
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Clint Cearley
Card Stock
English
{2}{W}{W}
Legendary Creature — Angel Horror
4 / 3
W
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Flying, first strike, lifelink At the beginning of your end step, if you both own and control Gisela and a creature named Bruna, the Fading Light, exile them, then meld them into Brisela, Voice of Nightmares.
She now hears only Emrakul's murmurs.
FAQ
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What is the meld mechanic for Gisela, the Broken Blade?
The meld mechanic requires you to own and control both Gisela, the Broken Blade and Bruna, the Fading Light. At the beginning of your end step, you exile them and create a token representing Brisela, Voice of Nightmares.
Who illustrated the card Gisela, the Broken Blade?
The artwork for card number 28 in the Eldritch Moon set was created by artist Clint Cearley, contributing to the set's distinct visual style.
What type of creature is Gisela in Magic: The Gathering?
Gisela, the Broken Blade is classified as a Legendary Creature — Angel Horror with a mana value of four, requiring two generic mana and two white mana to cast.
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