Arc Runner

Description

The Arc Runner card, numbered 123 in the Magic 2011 (M11) expansion, is a Common rarity creature card for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Released in 2010, this printing features a foil finish, distinguishing it from the standard non-foil base cards in the set. The card depicts an Elemental Ox that costs {2}{R} to cast, placing it at a mana value of three within the game's red color identity. Its type line identifies it as a Creature — Elemental Ox with a power and toughness of 5/1, making it a significant threat on the battlefield. The card's mechanics are defined by its rules text. It possesses Haste, allowing the creature to attack or use activated abilities the turn it enters play, providing immediate impact for aggressive strategies. However, this power comes with a distinct limitation: at the beginning of the end step, the controller must sacrifice this creature. This built-in cost creates a specific gameplay loop where the Arc Runner serves as a temporary but potent force that must be utilized quickly. Collectors who build sets from the Magic 2011 expansion often seek out the foil versions of common cards to complete their collections with higher-quality finishes. The foil treatment adds a reflective sheen to the card surface, which is a key identifier for this variant within the M11 checklist.