Spellrune Painter // Spellrune Howler (295) is an uncommon transform creature from Magic: The Gathering’s 2021 Innistrad: Midnight Hunt set, designed by Michael Walsh.
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Innistrad: Midnight Hunt
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Spellrune Painter // Spellrune Howler, card number 295 in the Innistrad: Midnight Hunt expansion, is a compelling uncommon creature from Magic: The Gathering’s 2021 release. This transform double-faced card captures the eerie duality of the Innistrad plane, shifting between a deceptively peaceful Human Shaman and a fearsome Werewolf. Designed by artist Michael Walsh, the card serves as a key component for collectors focusing on the Red mana color identity and the werewolf tribal themes prominent in this era of the game. The card’s mechanics offer strategic depth for players and collectors alike. In its daybound form, Spellrune Painter provides a flexible buff, gaining +1/+1 whenever a player casts an instant or sorcery spell. This ability encourages interactive gameplay, rewarding players who engage with the board through spellcasting. As night falls, the card transforms into Spellrune Howler, maintaining its 2/3 power and toughness while shifting its role within the deck. This transformation mechanic is a hallmark of the Innistrad: Midnight Hunt set, appealing to enthusiasts who appreciate the tactical evolution of their creatures during a match. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards, this card represents more than just gameplay utility. It is a tangible piece of the 2021 Innistrad: Midnight Hunt narrative, offering a glimpse into the gothic horror aesthetic that defined the expansion. The uncommon rarity makes it accessible for set builders while remaining a distinct addition to any focused collection. Its dual nature and strategic value make it a favorite among those who value both the lore and the mechanics of the game.
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Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Michael Walsh
Card Stock
English
{2}{R}
Creature — Human Shaman Werewolf
2 / 3
R
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Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, this creature gets +1/+1 until end of turn. Daybound (If a player casts no spells during their own turn, it becomes night next turn.)
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Spellrune Painter is a transform creature that gets +1/+1 whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell. It transforms into Spellrune Howler at night, changing its role in the deck while maintaining its stats.
The artwork for Spellrune Painter // Spellrune Howler was created by Michael Walsh, contributing to the distinct gothic aesthetic of the Innistrad: Midnight Hunt set.
Yes, this is a transform double-faced card. It begins as Spellrune Painter and can transform into Spellrune Howler based on the day/night mechanic, a key feature of the 2021 Innistrad: Midnight Hunt expansion.
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