Swift Strikes with Blink Dog
Blink Dog from the Adventures in the Forgotten Realms set brings a nimble presence to your battlefield. Costing just three mana, this uncommon creature packs a punch with double strike, allowing it to deal damage twice in combat—first in the first-strike damage step, then in the regular one. Though its power and toughness are modest at 1/1, its combat potential is anything but. The ability to phase out via Teleport offers a strategic escape hatch, letting you temporarily remove Blink Dog from harm's way and later return it when the path is clearer. This mechanic can disrupt opponents' timing and preserve your valuable creature from removal spells.
Perfectly suited for white-based decks that capitalize on tempo and combat tricks, Blink Dog synergizes well with cards that enhance double strike or leverage phasing effects. Its flexible nature means it can support aggressive strategies or serve as a tactical tool in attrition battles. Incorporate Blink Dog alongside equipment or enchantments that boost its resilience to maximize the utility of its double strike and phasing ability, turning a small dog into a formidable threat on the board.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {2}{W}
- Card Type: Creature
- Subtypes: Dog
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Card Text / Rules Text: Double strike
Teleport — {3}{W}: Blink Dog phases out. - Power / Toughness: 1/1