Illusionist's Bracers
Gatecrash 231 • rare
- Set
- Gatecrash
- Collector number
- 231
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana
- Type
- Artifact
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Svetlin Velinov
- Market price
- $4.39
What it does
Whenever an ability of equipped creature is activated, if it isn't a mana ability, copy that ability. You may choose new targets for the copy.
Equip 3 generic mana
It's easy to believe you're a god when you're twice as powerful as everyone else.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Illusionist's Bracers was released in 2013 as part of the Gatecrash expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Within the game's lore, the card represents an artifact capable of mimicking and duplicating the effects of magical abilities, fitting the theme of the Izzet League, a guild known for its chaotic experimentation and mastery of magic. The card was designed to function as an engine for combo-oriented players, providing a unique utility that rewards creative deck construction.
The artwork was commissioned from Svetlin Velinov, a prolific illustrator for the game known for his dynamic character portraits. Velinov opted for a design that emphasized the intricate, arcane craftsmanship of the bracers, utilizing glowing conduits and metallic textures to convey the artifact's volatile, high-tech aesthetic. Upon release, the card was well-received by the Commander format community, where its ability to double activated abilities became a staple for players looking to maximize the efficiency of their board state.
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