Snapping Sailback is an uncommon dinosaur creature card from Magic: The Gathering's 2019 The List series, numbered XLN-208.
2019 • Magic: The Gathering • The List
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Snapping Sailback, identified as card XLN-208 from the 2019 The List series, is a green uncommon creature in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Designed by artist Dan Murayama Scott, this five-mana dinosaur brings a unique tactical layer to the game through its combination of flash and enrage. The flash ability allows players to cast the creature at instant speed, providing flexibility to respond to opponents' actions or protect key assets during combat. Once on the battlefield, the enrage mechanic triggers whenever Snapping Sailback takes damage, placing a +1/+1 counter on it. This means that surviving damage effectively makes the creature stronger, turning potential threats into opportunities for growth. Collectors who appreciate the strategic depth of Magic: The Gathering often seek out cards like Snapping Sailback for their versatile mechanics and the way they reward calculated risks. The card's design reflects the creature's nature as a powerful predator, with its ability to adapt and grow stronger in the face of conflict. For those building decks focused on creature synergies or reactive strategies, Snapping Sailback offers a compelling option that can shift the momentum of a game. Its presence in The List series adds to the diverse pool of cards available for exploration and collection. Whether used in constructed play or casual games, Snapping Sailback provides a memorable experience for players who enjoy dynamic and interactive gameplay.
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Snapping Sailback
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Dan Murayama Scott
Card Stock
English
{4}{G}
Creature — Dinosaur
4 / 4
G
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Flash Enrage — Whenever this creature is dealt damage, put a +1/+1 counter on it. (It must survive the damage to get the counter.)
Lurking beneath the murky waters of Ixalan's rivers, sailbacks can rip a meal off the shore in the blink of an eye.
FAQ
Snapping Sailback has a mana cost of four generic mana and one green mana, totaling five mana to cast.
The enrage ability causes a +1/+1 counter to be placed on Snapping Sailback whenever it is dealt damage, increasing its power and toughness.
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