Aven Riftwatcher is a common creature card from the 2021 Magic: The Gathering Time Spiral Remastered set, featuring unique time counter mechanics.
Aven Riftwatcher
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Time Spiral Remastered
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| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
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| Raw / Ungraded | $0.06Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.04 to $0.06 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 11, 2026: 50%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
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Description
Aven Riftwatcher, identified as card number 6, is a common creature release from the 2021 Magic: The Gathering Time Spiral Remastered set. This card captures the essence of the original Time Spiral block's innovative design philosophy by integrating the game's signature time mechanic into its core functionality. As a Bird Rebel Soldier, it offers a distinct tactical profile for players interested in exploring the strategic depth of the format. The card's design revolves around a unique lifecycle system. It enters the battlefield with three time counters placed upon it. During the beginning of each upkeep, a counter is removed. When the final counter is sacrificed, the creature is removed from play. This temporary nature adds a layer of decision-making to deck construction, requiring players to balance the initial impact against the card's eventual departure. Despite its transient presence, Aven Riftwatcher provides immediate value. Whenever it enters the battlefield or leaves play, the controller gains two life. This life gain mechanism makes it a viable option for decks focused on resource management and survival, particularly in the early to mid-game phases. The card's mana cost of {2}{W} and mana value of 3 make it accessible and easy to cast during the initial turns of a match. For collectors, the Time Spiral Remastered set represents a significant chapter in Magic: The Gathering history, revisiting beloved mechanics and cards from the past. Aven Riftwatcher serves as a reminder of the creative risks taken during that era. Its common rarity ensures it is a foundational piece for any Time Spiral Remastered collection, appealing to those who appreciate the intricate design work of Don Hazeltine and the strategic versatility of the time mechanic. Whether for competitive play or catalog completion, this card remains a notable entry in the Time Spiral Remastered lineup.
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Aven Riftwatcher
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Don Hazeltine
Card Stock
English
{2}{W}
Creature — Bird Rebel Soldier
2 / 3
W
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Flying Vanishing 3 (This creature enters with three time counters on it. At the beginning of your upkeep, remove a time counter from it. When the last is removed, sacrifice it.) When this creature enters or leaves the battlefield, you gain 2 life.
