The 1997 Magic: The Gathering Fifth Edition Dragon Engine card, a Rare artifact creature featuring the Construct type and {3} mana cost.
Dragon Engine
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Fifth Edition
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The 1997 Magic: The Gathering Fifth Edition release, designated by the set code 5ED, remains a foundational expansion for collectors of the trading card game. Within this extensive set, the Dragon Engine card (number 366) stands out as a notable Rare artifact creature. Designed by Anson Maddocks, this card depicts a Construct with a mana cost of {3} and power/toughness of 1/3. Its ability allows players to pay {2} to increase its power by +1/+0 until the end of the turn, offering strategic utility in gameplay. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Fifth Edition collections or to add a classic artifact to their decks. The flavor text, attributed to Mishra, adds narrative depth to the artifact's design. As part of the growing library of Magic: The Gathering cards, this piece represents a significant era in the game's history. Enthusiasts of vintage TCGs frequently look for Dragon Engine to round out their set completions. Whether for investment in vintage cards or personal collection, this card is a staple.
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Dragon Engine
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Anson Maddocks
Card Stock
English
{3}
Artifact Creature — Construct
1 / 3
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{2}: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn.
"How is it the legged engines seem so much more alive than their wheeled counterparts? Simply, they were born, not made." —Mishra