A-Ancestral Katana is a white Artifact Equipment card from the 2023 Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty expansion, designed to enhance Samurai and Warrior creatures.
A-Ancestral Katana
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty
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A-Ancestral Katana, cataloged as card number A-1 in the Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty set, serves as a versatile white artifact equipment for Magic: The Gathering players. Released in 2023 by Wizards of the Coast, this common rarity card features artwork by Daniel Ljunggren and utilizes the standard layout typical of the NEO set code. The card costs one generic mana and one white mana to cast, making it an efficient addition to decks focusing on creature-based strategies. Its primary utility lies in its equip ability, which allows players to attach the weapon to a Samurai or Warrior they control for a single mana when that creature attacks alone. Once equipped, the creature gains a significant +2/+2 power and toughness boost, along with the first strike keyword, ensuring it deals damage before opponents can respond. This combination of stats and protection makes A-Ancestral Katana a staple in mono-white creature decks. Collectors appreciate the card for its clean design and straightforward mechanics, which reflect the cyberpunk-inspired aesthetic of the Kamigawa setting. Whether building a competitive list or simply expanding a casual collection, this card offers reliable value and thematic consistency within the broader Magic: The Gathering ecosystem.
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A-Ancestral Katana
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Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Daniel Ljunggren
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English
{1}{W}
Artifact — Equipment
W
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Whenever a Samurai or Warrior you control attacks alone, you may pay {1}. When you do, attach Ancestral Katana to it. Equipped creature gets +2/+2 and has "This creature has first strike as long as it's attacking." Equip {2} ({2}: Attach to target creature you control. Equip only as a sorcery.)