Murderous Redcap

Description

The 2018 Ultimate Masters release of Murderous Redcap stands as a notable entry in Magic: The Gathering's collection of alternate universe cards. Designed by artist Dave Allsop, the card offers a fresh mechanical identity that diverges from its standard counterparts, making it a point of interest for collectors of the Ultimate Masters subset. Functionally, Murderous Redcap is a Creature — Goblin Assassin with a mana cost of four mana, requiring two generic mana and either two black or two red mana to cast. Upon entering the battlefield, the creature immediately deals two damage to any target, providing immediate board impact. Its most distinct feature, however, is the Persist ability. When this creature dies, if it had no -1/-1 counters on it, it returns to the battlefield under its owner's control with a -1/-1 counter on it. This mechanic allows for repeated value generation, turning the card into a persistent threat that can cycle through removal multiple times. Collectors often seek out this print for its alternate rules text and distinct artistic interpretation. Whether you are building a casual Commander deck looking for resilient value or simply adding to a comprehensive collection of Magic: The Gathering cards, this variant offers a compelling blend of aggressive early-game pressure and long-term sustainability. The card's dual-color identity and unique mechanics ensure it remains a fascinating piece of the game's history.