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The Thought Monitor is a rare artifact construct from Magic: The Gathering's 2022 The Brothers' War Commander subset, identified as card number 98.

Thought Monitor

2022 • Magic: The Gathering • The Brothers' War • Commander

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Product Overview

Description

The Thought Monitor is a distinct card from the 2022 Magic: The Gathering release, The Brothers' War, specifically featured within the Commander subset. Recognized as card number 98, this piece was illustrated by Martina Pilcerova and carries a rare designation within the set. As an artifact creature construct, it offers a unique mechanical profile that appeals to players and collectors alike. The card’s design integrates a mana cost of six blue mana and one generic mana, resulting in a mana value of seven. Its primary strength lies in its affinity for artifacts, a mechanic that reduces the casting cost by one for each artifact controlled by the player. This synergistic effect allows for powerful plays in decks centered around artifact strategies. Additionally, the creature possesses flying and includes a triggered ability that draws two cards upon entering the battlefield, providing immediate card advantage. For collectors, The Brothers' War Commander subset represents a significant era in Magic: The Gathering history, focusing on the legendary conflict between the brothers Urza and Mishra. This card, Thought Monitor, captures the industrial and magical themes of the Quicksilver Sea through its flavor text, which describes it roaming the skies alert for aberrant thoughts. The combination of its artistic presentation by Martina Pilcerova and its functional gameplay mechanics makes it a notable entry in the Commander format. The card’s unique identity within the Brothers' War set ensures it remains a sought-after item for those interested in the rich lore and strategic depth of Magic: The Gathering.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2022

Series

The Brothers' War

Subset

Commander

Subset Type

Subset

Card Number

#98

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Martina Pilcerova

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{6}{U}

Type

Artifact Creature — Construct

Power / Toughness

2 / 2

Color

U

Card Text

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Affinity for artifacts (This spell costs {1} less to cast for each artifact you control.) Flying When this creature enters, draw two cards.

It roams the skies over the Quicksilver Sea, alert for any hint of aberrant thought.

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What is the mana value of Thought Monitor?

The mana value of Thought Monitor is seven, requiring six blue mana and one generic mana to cast.

What is the affinity mechanic on Thought Monitor?

The affinity mechanic reduces the card's casting cost by one generic mana for each artifact the player controls on the battlefield.

Who illustrated Thought Monitor in The Brothers' War?

The Thought Monitor card in The Brothers' War subset was illustrated by artist Martina Pilcerova.

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