Oona's Blackguard

Description

Designed by Darrell Riche, this card presents a 1/1 Faerie Rogue creature with a mana cost of one black mana and one generic mana. Its primary mechanical identity revolves around aggressive board presence and card advantage, making it a compelling choice for players building Rogue-focused strategies. Oona's Blackguard possesses the flying ability, allowing it to bypass ground blockers and apply immediate pressure to opposing players. Beyond its evasion, the card features a potent ability that enhances your overall army. Whenever another Rogue creature you control enters the battlefield, Oona's Blackguard ensures it arrives with an additional +1/+1 counter. This synergy rewards players for flooding the board with Rogues, turning a swarm of small creatures into a significant threat. The card’s secondary ability triggers when any creature you control with a +1/+1 counter deals combat damage to a player. Upon such an event, the affected player must discard a card. This mechanic provides consistent disruption, thinning the opponent's hand while your Rogues grow larger with each counter placed. For collectors and players alike, this promo card offers a unique blend of early-game aggression and mid-game value generation. As a foil variant from the Magic Online Promos series, the card features a reflective finish that distinguishes it from standard printings. Collectors often seek out these promotional cards to complete specific subsets or to add a visually striking piece to their collection. Whether used in gameplay or displayed as part of a broader Magic: The Gathering archive, Oona's Blackguard remains a notable entry in the 2013 promotional releases.