The Aven Fateshaper is an uncommon Magic: The Gathering trading card from the 2002 Onslaught expansion, featuring unique library manipulation abilities.
Aven Fateshaper
2002 • Magic: The Gathering • Onslaught
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The Aven Fateshaper is a seven-mana Creature — Bird Wizard from Magic: The Gathering’s 2002 Onslaught set, identified by card number 69 in the ONS expansion. Designed by Anthony S. Waters, this uncommon card offers a distinct strategic depth through its library manipulation capabilities. With a mana value of 7 and a power/toughness of 4/5, it brings significant board presence alongside its utility. The card’s primary ability allows players to examine the top four cards of their library and reorder them, a mechanic that provides substantial control over future draws. Additionally, the Aven Fateshaper possesses flying, making it a resilient threat in the air. Its activated ability mirrors its entry effect, granting flexibility during gameplay. For Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts, this card represents a solid piece of the Onslaught era’s design philosophy, focusing on resource management and tactical foresight. Collectors of vintage TCG cards often seek out Onslaught cards for their nostalgic value and unique mechanical contributions to the game. The Aven Fateshaper remains a recognizable figure among Bird and Wizard subtypes, appealing to those who appreciate the strategic layers introduced during this period. Whether building a themed collection or exploring vintage mechanics, this card stands as a testament to the creative potential within the Magic: The Gathering universe.
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Aven Fateshaper
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Anthony S. Waters
Card Stock
English
{6}{U}
Creature — Bird Wizard
4 / 5
U
Card Text
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Flying When this creature enters, look at the top four cards of your library, then put them back in any order. {4}{U}: Look at the top four cards of your library, then put them back in any order.