Greatsword
Magic 2012 209 • uncommon
- Set
- Magic 2012
- Collector number
- 209
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana
- Type
- Artifact
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Nic Klein
- Market price
- $0.09
What it does
Equipped creature gets +3/+0.
Equip 3 generic mana (3 generic mana: Attach to target creature you control. Equip only as a sorcery.)
The only blow that matters is the killing blow.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Greatsword was printed as a common equipment card in the Magic 2012 core set, released in July 2011. It was designed as a functional staple for the Limited environment, providing a simple, repeatable power boost to creatures that helped solidify the fundamental combat mechanics of the game. Its inclusion in a core set was intended to introduce newer players to the equipment mechanic, which allows artifacts to remain on the battlefield and attach to various creatures over the course of a match.
The card features illustration by Matt Cavotta, who provided a classic, high-fantasy aesthetic that aligns with the archetypal nature of the set. The design choices prioritize clarity and readability, reflecting the core set's mission to serve as a accessible entry point for newcomers. While not a centerpiece of competitive play, Greatsword remains a recognizable part of the 2012 era of Magic: The Gathering for its straightforward utility and traditional artistic style.
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