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The 2014 Magic 2015 Chief Engineer card is a Rare Vedalken Artificer featuring the powerful convoke mechanic to reduce artifact casting costs.

Chief Engineer

2014 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic 2015

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Product Overview

Description

Released in 2014 as part of the Magic 2015 core set, the Chief Engineer card is a distinct Rare artifact-focused creature for Magic: The Gathering players. This 2-mana Vedalken Artificer features a unique ability that allows your creatures to help pay for artifact spells, making it a valuable asset in decks built around the artifact subtype. The card's design and mechanics reflect the strategic depth collectors look for in modern trading card game history. For collectors, this card represents a key piece of the M15 era, a time when Magic streamlined its core set design while maintaining complex mechanical interactions. The Chief Engineer’s convoke ability offers a versatile gameplay experience, enabling players to tap creatures to pay for one generic mana or one mana of that creature's color when casting artifacts. This flexibility has made the card a staple in various artifact-centric strategies over the years., we understand the importance of preserving the integrity of these collectible items. Whether you are building a complete M15 collection or seeking specific rares for your deck, finding the Chief Engineer card is an exciting pursuit for any Magic enthusiast. The card's enduring appeal lies in its efficient mana cost and its ability to support a wide range of artifact synergies. Collectors often seek out this card for its historical significance within the Magic 2015 set, which remains a foundational release for many players. The combination of the Vedalken and Artificer types adds to its thematic appeal, representing the intricate clockwork and engineering prowess of the Vedalken race. As you explore your options, consider the value of owning a piece of Magic history that continues to be relevant in various formats. By focusing on the unique attributes of each card, we help you build a collection that reflects your passion for the game. The Chief Engineer stands out as a testament to the creative design that defines Magic: The Gathering.

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Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

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Year

2014

Series

Magic 2015

Card Number

#47

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Steven Belledin

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{U}

Type

Creature — Vedalken Artificer

Power / Toughness

1 / 3

Color

U

Card Text

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Artifact spells you cast have convoke. (Your creatures can help cast those spells. Each creature you tap while casting an artifact spell pays for {1} or one mana of that creature's color.)

An eye for detail, a mind for numbers, a soul of clockwork.

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What does the convoke mechanic do on Chief Engineer?

Convoke allows your creatures to help pay for the casting cost of your artifact spells. Each creature you tap while casting an artifact spell pays for {1} or one mana of that creature's color, reducing the total mana you need to spend.

What is the card type and subtype for Chief Engineer?

Chief Engineer is a Creature card with the subtypes Vedalken and Artificer. It has a mana value of 2 and is colored Blue (U).

In which set was the Chief Engineer card released?

The Chief Engineer card was released in 2014 as part of the Magic 2015 core set, commonly referred to by its set code M15.

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