Ashnod's Battle Gear is a 1995 Fourth Edition artifact card from Magic: The Gathering, identified by card number 296.
Ashnod's Battle Gear
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Fourth Edition
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Ashnod's Battle Gear, card number 296, is a foundational artifact from Magic: The Gathering's 1995 Fourth Edition release. Designed by Mark Poole, this uncommon card has long been recognized for its unique mechanical flexibility. Unlike standard equipment, it allows the controller to choose whether it untaps during the untap step, offering strategic depth that appeals to vintage enthusiasts. The card’s ability to grant a creature +2/-2 while remaining tapped provides a versatile tactical option in gameplay. For collectors, this product represents a key piece of the Fourth Edition catalog. The set's clean design and historical significance make cards like Ashnod's Battle Gear essential for completing vintage collections. Enthusiasts often seek this card to round out their Fourth Edition sets or to appreciate the early design philosophy of artifact mechanics in the game. Whether you are building a comprehensive collection of Fourth Edition artifacts or looking to acquire a specific card number for your archive, the platform connects serious collectors with the inventory they need. This card remains a notable entry for anyone interested in the evolution of Magic: The Gathering design and strategy.
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Card Details
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Ashnod's Battle Gear
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Mark Poole
Card Stock
English
{2}
Artifact
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You may choose not to untap this artifact during your untap step. {2}, {T}: Target creature you control gets +2/-2 for as long as this artifact remains tapped.
This invention shows why Ashnod was feared by her troops as well as her foes.