The 2011 Masters Edition IV Tetravus card is a rare artifact creature that offers strategic value through its unique ability to generate flying Tetravite tokens.
Tetravus
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition IV
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The Magic: The Gathering Tetravus card, numbered 233 in the Masters Edition IV set, stands as a distinct artifact creature within the game's history. Released in 2011, this rare card is designed around a recursive strategy that rewards players for managing counters and tokens over the course of a match. As an Artifact Creature — Construct with a mana value of six, it requires a significant investment to cast, but its payoff lies in its ability to create a steady stream of 1/1 colorless Tetravite tokens. These tokens possess flying and possess a defensive trait that prevents them from being enchanted, making them resilient blockers. The core mechanic of Tetravus allows players to remove +1/+1 counters from it to create these tokens, or exile the tokens to place additional counters back on the creature. This cyclical interaction creates a dynamic board presence that can overwhelm opponents or stabilize a defensive position, depending on how the player chooses to leverage the card's abilities. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out cards from the Masters Edition series for their timeless design and reprinted mechanics. Tetravus is particularly notable for its unique rules text, which encourages long-term board control rather than immediate aggression. The card remains a favorite among players who enjoy token-based strategies and those who appreciate the intricate interactions found in the game's artifact creatures. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a new player, Tetravus offers a compelling piece of Magic history that continues to be relevant in various formats.
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Card Details
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Tetravus
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Mark Tedin
Card Stock
English
{6}
Artifact Creature — Construct
1 / 1
Card Text
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Flying This creature enters with three +1/+1 counters on it. At the beginning of your upkeep, you may remove any number of +1/+1 counters from this creature. If you do, create that many 1/1 colorless Tetravite artifact creature tokens. They each have flying and "This token can't be enchanted." At the beginning of your upkeep, you may exile any number of tokens created with this creature. If you do, put that many +1/+1 counters on this creature.
