The Clockwork Condor, card number 154 from Magic: The Gathering's 2003 Mirrodin expansion. This common artifact creature features distinctive counter-based gameplay.
Clockwork Condor
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirrodin
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The Clockwork Condor represents a fascinating mechanical interaction within the 2003 Mirrodin expansion of Magic: The Gathering. As card number 154 in the set, this artifact creature bird offers players a strategic entry point into the industrial theme of the plane. Designed by Arnie Swekel, the card introduces a unique lifecycle that balances immediate presence with long-term sustainability. In gameplay, the Condor enters the battlefield with three +1/+1 counters, providing a sturdy initial presence despite its base 0/0 power and toughness. The inclusion of flying allows it to evade ground-based blockers, making it a versatile attacker. However, its true strategic depth emerges during combat. Whenever the Condor attacks or blocks, it must remove a +1/+1 counter at the end of combat. This mechanic encourages players to manage their resources carefully, using the counters to boost power and toughness temporarily for critical strikes or defensive stops. The Clockwork Condor fits seamlessly into this aesthetic, appealing to fans of the artifact creature subtype and those who appreciate innovative card design. Whether you are building a retro-style deck or adding to your Mirrodin collection, this card provides a solid foundation for strategies centered around counter manipulation.
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Clockwork Condor
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Arnie Swekel
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English
{4}
Artifact Creature — Bird
0 / 0
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Flying This creature enters with three +1/+1 counters on it. Whenever this creature attacks or blocks, remove a +1/+1 counter from it at end of combat.