Grappling Hook
Commander 2017 212 • rare
- Set
- Commander 2017
- Collector number
- 212
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana
- Type
- Artifact
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Philip Straub
- Market price
- $1.28
What it does
Equipped creature has double strike.
Whenever equipped creature attacks, you may have target creature block it this turn if able.
Equip 4 generic mana
Part tool, part weapon, part of the kor.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Grappling Hook was first released in the 2010 set Worldwake, later appearing as a reprint in the Commander 2017 collection. Designed as an Equipment artifact, the card reflects the high-fantasy tactical nature of Magic: The Gathering, where players utilize diverse tools to buff their creatures. The design team focused on creating a card that provided both combat utility and a thematic boost to double strike, effectively simulating the advantage of pulling a creature into a vulnerable position on the battlefield.
The artwork for this specific printing was rendered by Philip Straub. Known for his atmospheric and immersive fantasy landscapes and character designs, Straub emphasized the utility and ruggedness of the device. The card was met with appreciation from the Commander community, as its ability to grant double strike is highly valued in slower, multiplayer-focused formats where board presence and combat damage are central to victory.
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