The Copper Carapace artifact equipment card from the 2011 Mirrodin Besieged expansion, cataloged as card number 102 in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
Copper Carapace
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirrodin Besieged
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The Copper Carapace is a pivotal artifact equipment card from Magic: The Gathering's 2011 Mirrodin Besieged expansion, identified as card number 102 in the set. This common rarity card provides a substantial +2/+2 boost to equipped creatures while simultaneously imposing a blocking restriction, making it a versatile tool for aggressive strategies. Designed by Franz Vohwinkel, the card captures the industrial aesthetic of the Mirrodin plane, reflecting the metallic themes prevalent in the Mirrodin Besieged era. Collectors often seek this release to complete their Mirrodin Besieged base sets or to acquire a staple piece for artifact-focused decks. The card's straightforward mana cost and powerful effect have kept it relevant among players looking to enhance their creature's combat capabilities. For investors and hobbyists alike, this card represents a tangible connection to one of Magic: The Gathering's most mechanically innovative sets. It remains a fundamental component for those interested in the strategic depth of the Mirrodin block. Whether you are a seasoned player or a new collector, adding this artifact to your collection offers both nostalgic value and practical gameplay utility.
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Copper Carapace
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Franz Vohwinkel
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English
{1}
Artifact — Equipment
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Equipped creature gets +2/+2 and can't block. Equip {3} ({3}: Attach to target creature you control. Equip only as a sorcery.)
"We will fight as they do: our flesh protected behind metal." —Tae Aquil, Viridian weaponsmith