Acolyte Hybrid

Description

Crafted by artist Slawomir Maniak, the card carries a mana cost of {2}{R} and functions as a 3-mana 2/2 creature within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game framework. Acolyte Hybrid offers distinct gameplay utility through its Heavy Rock Cutter ability. Whenever this creature attacks, it allows the controller to destroy up to one target artifact. If an artifact is successfully destroyed by this effect, its controller draws a card. This interaction makes the card a functional removal tool that also provides card advantage, appealing to collectors who appreciate cards with strategic depth. The flavor text hints at the lore behind the card, noting that these acolytes are too obviously xenos in form to blend into human society, haunting the dark places beneath industrial sprawls. For fans of both Magic: The Gathering and Warhammer 40,000, Acolyte Hybrid serves as a tangible link between the two franchises. The Warhammer 40,000 expansion was designed to bring the tabletop experience into the card game, and this card exemplifies that crossover appeal. Whether you are building a deck focused on artifact destruction or simply collecting key cards from the Commander subset, Acolyte Hybrid stands out as a notable entry. The card’s Uncommon rarity and unique hybrid nature make it a sought-after piece for completists looking to assemble the full Warhammer 40,000 set. Its straightforward mechanics and thematic resonance ensure it remains a relevant addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection.