Splatter Thug

Description

Splatter Thug, designated as card number 105, is a creature card from the Return to Ravnica expansion released for Magic: The Gathering in 2012. As a common rarity card, it serves as a foundational piece for players building decks within the game's complex political and guild-based world. The card depicts a Human Warrior with a mana cost of three, requiring two generic mana and one red mana to cast. Its abilities include first strike, allowing it to deal combat damage before other creatures, and Unleash, which lets the controller choose whether to place a +1/+1 counter on the creature upon entry. While the Unleash ability provides a temporary power boost, it restricts the creature's ability to block as long as the counter remains. Collectors often seek out cards from this era to complete their Return to Ravnica sets or to utilize specific mechanics in competitive play. The card's straightforward design and functional rules text make it a recognizable component for enthusiasts of the format.