Runed Servitor

Runed Servitor was first introduced in the Coldsnap expansion in 2006, set in the frigid, top-down design space of the Ice Age block. It was reprinted as card number 226 in the 2015 Modern Masters set, a collection curated specifically to support the limited draft environment of the Modern format. The card serves as a mechanical curiosity that provides a symmetrical draw effect, challenging players to balance the card advantage it provides against the tactical benefit given to their opponent.

The illustration for this iteration remains true to the original concept by artist Dave Kendall, who depicted the creature as a haunting, mechanical entity etched with glowing, archaic inscriptions. His design emphasizes the 'servitor' aspect through its rigid, hollowed-out form, which fits the aesthetic of a construct bound by ancient magic. In the context of Modern Masters 2015, the card is remembered for its role in enabling specific artifact-themed strategies, acting as a technical piece for players looking to manipulate hand sizes during complex board states.