Arbalest Engineers (#206), a versatile Uncommon Human Artificer from Magic: The Gathering's 2022 The Brothers' War expansion.
Arbalest Engineers
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • The Brothers' War
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Arbalest Engineers is a distinct card numbered 206 in the 2022 Magic: The Gathering expansion The Brothers' War. As an Uncommon Human Artificer creature with a mana cost of {1}{R}{G}, this card offers strategic flexibility for collectors and players alike. The card's ability triggers upon entering the battlefield, allowing the controller to choose between dealing 1 damage to any target, granting a target creature +1/+1 counters along with trample and haste, or creating a tapped Powerstone token that produces generic mana. This versatility makes it a notable addition for those exploring the artifacts and engineering themes of the set. The Brothers' War expansion captures the industrial and military conflicts of the Therosian era, and Arbalest Engineers exemplifies the set's focus on mechanical ingenuity. Collectors often seek this card to complete their The Brothers' War base set collection or to appreciate its unique gameplay mechanics. The card was illustrated by Marta Nael, adding visual appeal to its functional design. Whether you are building a deck around artifact synergy or simply collecting cards from this pivotal Magic: The Gathering release, Arbalest Engineers stands out as a compelling piece of the Brothers' War narrative. Its balanced stats of 2/2 power and toughness make it a reliable presence on the battlefield, while its entry effect provides multiple tactical options depending on the game state.
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Arbalest Engineers
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Marta Nael
Card Stock
English
{1}{R}{G}
Creature — Human Artificer
2 / 2
G, R
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When this creature enters, choose one — • This creature deals 1 damage to any target. • Put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. It gains trample and haste until end of turn. • Create a tapped Powerstone token. (It's an artifact with "{T}: Add {C}. This mana can't be spent to cast a nonartifact spell.")