The Adaptive Automaton foil card from Magic: The Gathering's 2022 The Brothers' War Retro Artifacts set. This artifact creature offers unique gameplay flexibility for collectors.
Adaptive Automaton
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • The Brothers' War Retro Artifacts
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The Adaptive Automaton, designated as card number 1 in the 2022 Magic: The Gathering The Brothers' War Retro Artifacts set, stands out as a pivotal artifact creature for enthusiasts of the franchise. This foil version features a mana cost of {3} and transforms into a Construct with 2/2 power and toughness upon entering the battlefield. Its strategic value lies in its adaptive ability: players choose a creature type, granting that type +1/+1 to other controlled creatures of the same kind. This mechanic makes it a flexible addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection, appealing to both gameplay enthusiasts and set completists. As a rare card in the Retro Artifacts subset, the Adaptive Automaton captures the industrial and mechanical themes of the Brothers' War era. The foil treatment enhances its visual appeal, making it a desirable piece for collectors focusing on high-quality artifacts. Whether you are building a themed deck or expanding your Magic: The Gathering portfolio, this card offers both aesthetic and functional value. Collectors appreciate the precision of the foil finish and the strategic depth it brings to the game. For those interested in the history of Magic: The Gathering, the Retro Artifacts set provides a nostalgic yet innovative look at iconic artifacts. The Adaptive Automaton, with its unique ability to shift and support, represents the ingenuity of the game's design. Adding this card to your collection connects you to a broader narrative of strategic play and artistic expression within the Magic universe.
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Adaptive Automaton
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Igor Kieryluk
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}
Artifact Creature — Construct
2 / 2
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As this creature enters, choose a creature type. This creature is the chosen type in addition to its other types. Other creatures you control of the chosen type get +1/+1.