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The 2008 Magic: The Gathering Shards of Alara foil Metallurgeon card, a key artifact creature for collectors and players alike.

Metallurgeon

2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Shards of Alara

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Product Overview

Description

As an Artifact Creature — Human Artificer, this card offers a unique mechanical presence in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Its design and function make it a notable piece for enthusiasts of the set's thematic depth and strategic variety. Metallurgeon is defined by its ability to protect valuable resources on the battlefield. The card allows players to regenerate a target artifact by paying one white mana and tapping the creature itself. This effect provides critical resilience for artifact-based strategies, ensuring that key equipment or engines remain in play longer. For collectors, the foil finish adds a distinct visual appeal, catching the light and enhancing the card's status as a desirable item within the Shards of Alara series. Collecting cards from the Shards of Alara set is a rewarding pursuit for fans of Magic: The Gathering lore and gameplay. Each card in this expansion contributes to the narrative of the five shards of Alara coming back together. Metallurgeon, with its straightforward yet powerful regeneration ability, represents the ingenuity of the Artificer subtype. Whether you are building a themed collection or seeking to complete the entire set, this foil version offers a high-quality addition to any library. We understand the importance of finding the right cards to enhance your collection. By focusing on the integrity of the product and the satisfaction of the collector, we ensure that every transaction supports the hobby you love. Explore our catalog to discover more treasures from the Magic: The Gathering universe and expand your horizons.

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Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

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Year

2008

Series

Shards of Alara

Card Number

#19

Featured Subject

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Featured

Metallurgeon

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Uncommon

Artist

Warren Mahy

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{1}{W}

Type

Artifact Creature — Human Artificer

Power / Toughness

1 / 2

Color

W

Card Text

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{W}, {T}: Regenerate target artifact.

"By the time I got there, the heart had stopped. Fortunately, I was able to replace it with something better."

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Metallurgeon card do in Magic: The Gathering?

Metallurgeon allows you to regenerate a target artifact by paying one white mana and tapping the creature. This effect helps protect your artifacts from destruction or removal.

Is the Metallurgeon card from the Shards of Alara set?

Yes, Metallurgeon is card number 19 from the Shards of Alara expansion, released in 2008. It is an Artifact Creature with the Human and Artificer subtypes.

What is the mana cost of Metallurgeon?

The mana cost for Metallurgeon is {1}{W}, meaning it requires one generic mana and one white mana to cast. It has a mana value of 2.

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