Riotous Smash Artist
Burning-Tree Vandal is a compact, aggressive option for decks that prize tempo and flexible threats. For {2}{R} you get a 2/1 Creature Human Rogue with Riot so it can enter as a 3/2 or come in with haste. The printed attack trigger reads exactly as on the card and gives you incremental card advantage while attacking. Play it on curve to pressure life totals or to push through blockers when you opted for the haste option.
On Ravnica the Vandal belongs to street crews that prize showmanship over subtlety. The card suits aggressive red builds and low curve creature synergies where swapping stats for speed matters. Use the attack triggered discard to sculpt your hand and dig for answers while closing out games. It is straightforward to play and fits well into burn shells, Gruul ally piles, or any list that benefits from cheap bodies and repeatable card selection while attacking.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {2}{R}
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Card Type – Creature
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Subtypes – Human Rogue
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Riot (This creature enters the battlefield with your choice of a +1/+1 counter or haste.) Whenever Burning-Tree Vandal attacks, you may discard a card. If you do, draw a card.
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Power / Toughness – 2/1