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Surge Engine is a Mythic Rare Artifact Creature — Construct from Magic: The Gathering's 2022 set, The Brothers' War. This card features versatile blue mana abilities for blocking, power boosts, and card draw.

Surge Engine

2022 • Magic: The Gathering • The Brothers' War

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Product Overview

Description

Surge Engine, card number 81 from Magic: The Gathering's 2022 set The Brothers' War, stands out as a high-impact artifact creature. As a Mythic Rare Artifact Creature — Construct, this card offers collectors a piece of the immersive Ixalan-themed expansion that explores the history of the artifact war. The card's design and mechanics provide a dynamic gameplay experience, making it a sought-after addition for players and collectors alike. The card's abilities are particularly notable for their flexibility. Starting as a 3/2 Construct with defender, it can be activated to lose defender and gain unblockability, or transformed into a formidable 5/4 blue threat. Its ultimate ability allows players to draw three cards, providing significant advantage in gameplay. This versatility makes Surge Engine a valuable asset in various decks, appealing to those who appreciate strategic depth. For collectors, the Mythic Rare status of Surge Engine signifies its rarity and importance within The Brothers' War set. The card's intricate design and powerful abilities make it a standout piece for any Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether you are looking to complete your set or add a powerful card to your collection, Surge Engine is an essential find.

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Card Details

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

Catalog Profile

The core identity of the card within the set.

Year

2022

Series

The Brothers' War

Card Number

#81

Featured Subject

The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.

Featured

Surge Engine

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.

Rarity

Mythic Rare

Artist

Daarken

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{2}

Type

Artifact Creature — Construct

Power / Toughness

3 / 2

Card Text

Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.

Defender {U}: This creature loses defender and gains "This creature can't be blocked." {2}{U}: This creature becomes blue and has base power and toughness 5/4. Activate only if this creature doesn't have defender. {4}{U}{U}: Draw three cards. Activate only if this creature is blue and only once.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of Surge Engine?

Surge Engine has a mana cost of {2}, making it a low-cost artifact creature. This allows players to play it early in the game, providing immediate tactical options.

What are the key abilities of Surge Engine?

Surge Engine can lose defender to become unblockable, gain power and toughness as a blue creature, and draw three cards when fully empowered. These abilities offer strategic flexibility for players.

What set is Surge Engine from?

Surge Engine is from The Brothers' War, a Magic: The Gathering set released in 2022.

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