Cultivator of Blades

Description

Released in 2016 as part of the Kaladesh expansion, the Cultivator of Blades (Card Number 151) is a notable Magic: The Gathering trading card game card. Printed as a rare foil, this card features the distinctive finish that collectors prize for its reflective quality and visual appeal within the Kaladesh set. Designed by artist Bastien L. Deharme, the card represents a key element of the green mana color identity in the game. As a Creature — Elf Artificer, Cultivator of Blades enters the battlefield with a mana cost of {3}{G}{G} and a mana value of 5. Despite its modest 1/1 power and toughness, the card’s true strength lies in its abilities. It possesses the Fabricate 2 ability, allowing players to choose between placing two +1/+1 counters on it or creating two 1/1 colorless Servo artifact creature tokens. This flexibility makes it a valuable addition to decks focusing on artifact synergies or creature-based strategies. The card’s second ability activates whenever it attacks, enabling the controller to give other attacking creatures +X/+X until end of turn, where X is the card’s power. This mechanic encourages aggressive playstyles and complements the Elf Artificer theme prevalent in the Kaladesh block. For collectors, the foil treatment adds a layer of desirability, making it a standout piece for those assembling complete sets or focusing on rare cards from the 2016 era.