The Bant Battlemage, Card #5 from the 2008 Magic: The Gathering Shards of Alara expansion. This Uncommon Human Wizard offers strategic combat support for collectors and players.
Bant Battlemage
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Shards of Alara
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The Bant Battlemage, designated as Card #5 in the Shards of Alara expansion, stands out as a key component for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Released in 2008, this Uncommon card features the artwork of Donato Giancola and serves as a versatile creature in gameplay. As a Human Wizard, it brings strategic depth to decks built around white mana, allowing players to enhance their board presence through targeted buffs. The Bant Battlemage reflects this design philosophy, possessing a color identity spanning green, blue, and white despite its white mana cost. Its abilities allow it to grant trample or flying to other creatures, making it a valuable asset for coordinating attacks. Collectors often seek this card to complete the base Shards of Alara set, appreciating its connection to the broader Alara narrative. For those building collections, finding the Bant Battlemage provides a tangible link to one of Magic's most innovative expansions periods. Whether you are a seasoned collector or new to the hobby, adding this card to your roster offers both nostalgic value and functional utility in casual play.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Bant Battlemage
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Donato Giancola
Card Stock
English
{2}{W}
Creature — Human Wizard
2 / 2
W
Card Text
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{G}, {T}: Target creature gains trample until end of turn. {U}, {T}: Target creature gains flying until end of turn.
"A night attack will be easy. We'll make an air raid over the Akrasan border. Just get me some flint to light the war torches."
FAQ
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What set is the Bant Battlemage from?
The Bant Battlemage is from the Shards of Alara expansion, released by Wizards of the Coast in 2008. It is the fifth card in the set.
What are the abilities of the Bant Battlemage?
The Bant Battlemage can activate abilities to give target creatures trample or flying until end of turn. These abilities require tapping the card and spending green or blue mana, respectively.
Is the Bant Battlemage a rare card?
The Bant Battlemage is printed as an Uncommon rarity in the Shards of Alara set. It is a Human Wizard creature with a mana value of three.
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