The Minion Reflector is a rare 2008 Shards of Alara artifact card from Magic: The Gathering, known for its ability to copy entering nontoken creatures.
Minion Reflector
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Shards of Alara
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Minion Reflector, card number 211 from the Shards of Alara expansion, stands as a notable artifact in Magic: The Gathering. Released in 2008, this rare card is designed by Mark Tedin and carries the ALA set code. It functions as a five-mana artifact that interacts with creature strategies by creating temporary duplicates of other creatures you control. The card's rules text allows you to pay two generic mana whenever a nontoken creature enters the battlefield to create a token copy with haste and a self-sacrifice clause at the end of the turn. This mechanic provides significant flexibility for players looking to expand their board presence or generate value from single creatures. Collectors often seek this card for its unique ability and its place within the Shards of Alara block. The flavor text hints at the card's thematic role in cracking mirrors to let reflections escape, adding depth to its mechanical function. Whether you are building a theme deck focused on token generation or adding to a Shards of Alara collection, this card remains a key piece for enthusiasts of the game. Its straightforward artifact type and impactful effect make it a memorable part of the expansion's roster.
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Minion Reflector
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Mark Tedin
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English
{5}
Artifact
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Whenever a nontoken creature you control enters, you may pay {2}. If you do, create a token that's a copy of that creature, except it has haste and "At the beginning of the end step, sacrifice this permanent."
To crack a mirror is to provide an opening for the reflection to escape.






