The 2011 Magic: The Gathering M12 release features this foil Adaptive Automaton card (#201), a powerful artifact construct with unique type-adapting mechanics.
Adaptive Automaton
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic
No Listings Available
No listings available right now.
Price History
$3.29
Description
The 2011 Magic: The Gathering M12 core set includes the Adaptive Automaton as card number 201, a foil finish rarity that appeals to both gameplay enthusiasts and finish-focused collectors. As an Artifact Creature — Construct, this card offers a distinct mechanical identity within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game ecosystem. Its versatility stems from its ability to adapt to different creature types upon entering the battlefield, providing strategic flexibility that has made it a notable piece in the M12 catalog. Collectors often seek out the foil treatment of this card for its visual appeal and the way it stands out within the base set. For investors and hobbyists alike, owning a high-quality foil example of this construct is a smart addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. The card’s ability to grant buffs to other creatures of the chosen type makes it a functional and aesthetic asset in the game. The Adaptive Automaton remains a staple for those who appreciate the strategic depth and collectible value of iconic artifact creatures from this era of the game.
Have one of these to sell?
We'll pre-fill the product details from this catalog entry, so your listing lands on this exact page. Just add photos of your copy, pick its condition, and set your price.
Card Details
The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
Catalog Profile
The core identity of the card within the set.
Featured Subject
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Adaptive Automaton
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Rare
Igor Kieryluk
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}
Artifact Creature — Construct
2 / 2
Card Text
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
As this creature enters, choose a creature type. This creature is the chosen type in addition to its other types. Other creatures you control of the chosen type get +1/+1.
Such loyalty can only be made.













