The Hammer Dropper foil card from Magic: The Gathering's Guilds of Ravnica set offers a unique mentor ability for strategic play. Card number 176 features artwork by Lake Hurwitz.
Hammer Dropper
2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Guilds of Ravnica
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Description
Hammer Dropper, designated as card number 176, is a common creature card released within Magic: The Gathering's Guilds of Ravnica expansion in 2018. Printed with a distinctive foil finish, this card features the intricate artwork of Lake Hurwitz, bringing the Giant Soldier to life on the battlefield. As a five-mana investment, Hammer Dropper serves as a resilient presence in decks that value both offense and defense, boasting a power of five and toughness of two. The card’s primary appeal for collectors and players alike lies in its Mentor ability. This mechanic allows the Giant Soldier to enhance an ally’s combat prowess by placing a +1/+1 counter on a target attacking creature with lesser power. This strategic utility makes it a staple in formats that prioritize creature synergy and board control. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual depth, making it a desirable addition to any collection of Guilds of Ravnica cards. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, completing sets or building thematic decks often requires acquiring specific foil versions of key cards. Hammer Dropper’s unique combination of flavor and function captures the essence of the Ravnica block’s intricate world-building. Collectors appreciate the card for its role in the game’s narrative and its mechanical contribution to various strategies. Whether used in constructed play or added to a personal library, this card represents a solid piece of the Guilds of Ravnica legacy.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Hammer Dropper
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Lake Hurwitz
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{R}{W}
Creature — Giant Soldier
5 / 2
R, W
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Mentor (Whenever this creature attacks, put a +1/+1 counter on target attacking creature with lesser power.)
Giants know a solid hit is one part strength, four parts leverage.






