Captain's Claws is a rare Artifact Equipment card from the 2016 Magic: The Gathering Oath of the Gatewatch expansion, cataloged as card number 162.
Captain's Claws
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Oath of the Gatewatch
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Collector interest in Magic: The Gathering often centers on the strategic depth and thematic richness of its expansions, and the 2016 Oath of the Gatewatch set remains a favorite among fans of the game's lore. Captain's Claws, identified as card number 162 in the OGW subset, stands out as a versatile Artifact Equipment that offers immediate tactical value. Designed with a mana cost of two and a mana value of two, this card provides efficient support for aggressive strategies by granting an equipped creature +1/+0. Its true strength lies in its triggered ability: whenever the equipped creature attacks, it creates a 1/1 white Kor Ally creature token that enters the battlefield tapped and attacking. This mechanic allows players to generate additional board presence without spending extra mana, making it a staple for those building Kor-focused or token-swarm decks. For collectors, acquiring this rare card is a meaningful step toward completing the Oath of the Gatewatch collection or enhancing a competitive deck. The combination of its artistic presentation and mechanical utility ensures that Captain's Claws remains a relevant and desirable piece for both casual enthusiasts and serious traders in the Magic: The Gathering community.
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Captain's Claws
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Anthony Palumbo
Card Stock
English
{2}
Artifact — Equipment
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Equipped creature gets +1/+0. Whenever equipped creature attacks, create a 1/1 white Kor Ally creature token that's tapped and attacking. Equip {1}
Forged for victory in a time of despair.