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The collectible Magic: The Gathering card Vance's Blasting Cannons // Spitfire Bastion from the 2017 Ixalan expansion. A legendary enchantment with a unique transform mechanic.

Vance's Blasting Cannons // Spitfire Bastion

2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Ixalan

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Description

The Magic: The Gathering trading card Vance's Card Vance's Blasting Cannons // Spitfire Bastion (card number 173) stands as a distinctive piece of the 2017 Ixalan expansion. Designed by artist Jonas De Ro, this legendary enchantment captures the adventurous spirit of the set's world through its innovative double-faced design. Unlike standard single-sided cards, this product features a transformative layout that shifts gameplay dynamics mid-match, offering a unique experience for enthusiasts of the trading card game. As a rare card within the Ixalan set, it holds a specific place in the collector's library. The card’s design emphasizes its dual nature, transitioning from an artifact-like state to a fortress-like form depending on game conditions. This mechanic allows players to exile cards from their library and cast them immediately, or to trigger a transformation when casting multiple spells in a single turn. The strategic depth of this interaction makes it a notable item for builders looking to understand the card's role in the game's history. Collectors often seek out this card to complete their Ixalan collections or to appreciate the artistic and mechanical evolution of Magic: The Gathering during this era. The card’s rarity designation adds to its appeal, distinguishing it from common and uncommon prints in the same set. Whether you are a long-time player or a new collector exploring the hobby, Vance's Blasting Cannons // Spitfire Bastion represents a fascinating chapter in the game's ongoing narrative.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2017

Series

Ixalan

Card Number

#173

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Jonas De Ro

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{3}{R}

Type

Legendary Enchantment

Color

R

Card Text

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At the beginning of your upkeep, exile the top card of your library. If it's a nonland card, you may cast that card this turn. Whenever you cast your third spell in a turn, you may transform Vance's Blasting Cannons.

With a broadside assault, Captain Vance carved the cliffs to form her new home.

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