Magic: The Gathering

Lifecraft Engine

Aetherdrift 234 • rare

Set: Aetherdrift
Collector number: 234
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 3 generic mana
Type: Artifact
Colors: Colorless
Artist: Mirko Failoni
Market price: $0.39

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What it's worth

$0.39market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.32 – $0.39 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare artifact from the Aetherdrift set, this card represents a specialized mechanical focus that adds a distinct layer of depth to your strategy. Its rarity makes it a notable inclusion for those who value both the unique artistic contribution of Mirko Failoni and the specific utility this item provides in gameplay.

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Card face

What it does

As this Vehicle enters, choose a creature type.

Vehicle creatures you control are the chosen creature type in addition to their other types.

Each creature you control of the chosen type other than this Vehicle gets +1/+1.

Crew 3

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardLegal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Lifecraft Engine was introduced in the Aetherdrift set as a rare artifact, drawing inspiration from the set's central themes of steampunk innovation and mechanical invention. The card design centers on the fusion of organic vitality and cold machinery, reflecting the set's narrative focus on the aesthetic and philosophical struggle between natural life cycles and synthetic progress.

The artwork for the card was created by Mirko Failoni, who utilized a meticulous, textured style to emphasize the intricate gears and glowing energy conduits of the contraption. The illustration aims to evoke a sense of complex utility, portraying the device as both a marvel of engineering and a slightly foreboding presence, which resonated with players who favored artifact-centric strategies.

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About Lifecraft Engine

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