Patron of the Vein

Description

Patron of the Vein from the 2017 Magic: The Gathering Treasure Chest set is a formidable creature card designed for players seeking aggressive board control. As a six-mana Vampire Shaman, this card commands attention with its powerful stats and two distinct abilities that disrupt opponents while bolstering your own forces. The card features artwork by Tommy Arnold, bringing the dark fantasy aesthetic of the Magic universe to life on the card stock. The card’s first ability allows it to fly, making it difficult for many opponents to block without specific countermeasures. Upon entering the battlefield, Patron of the Vein triggers an effect that destroys a target creature an opponent controls. This immediate removal capability makes it an excellent answer to threats on the board, allowing players to clear paths for attacks or eliminate key opposing pieces. The second ability creates a recursive advantage: whenever a creature an opponent controls dies, it is exiled, and each Vampire you control receives a +1/+1 counter. This synergy rewards players who build decks around the Vampire tribe, turning every opponent’s loss into a gain for your own army. The card’s mana cost of four generic and two black mana places it in the mid-to-late game, requiring strategic planning to deploy effectively. Collectors appreciate this card for its solid design and the strategic depth it adds to Vampire-themed decks. The Treasure Chest set, identified by the set code PZ2, serves as a convenient way for players to access this and other staples from recent Magic: The Gathering releases. For those building a collection of powerful creatures or specific tribal archetypes, Patron of the Vein stands out as a functional and thematic piece.