Cornered Crook: Reckless Finisher
Cornered Crook is a compact red threat that trades artifacts for free damage. As an experienced player you will recognize the timing here. When Cornered Crook enters the battlefield you may sacrifice an artifact to immediately deal three damage to any target. That conversion of board resources into targeted removal slots neatly into artifact heavy decks or builds that run token generators you do not need long term.
The card reads like a finishing stick. A 5 4 body for five mana survives early trades and closes combat swings. Use Cornered Crook to clear small evasive blockers, finish off planeswalkers, or pressure life totals after you strip an artifact for value. In the context of Murders at Karlov Manor the flavor fits a desperate strike from a trapped Viashino and the effect rewards timely evaluation of board state.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost {4}{R}
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Card Type Creature
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Subtypes Viashino Warrior
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) When Cornered Crook enters the battlefield, you may sacrifice an artifact. When you do, Cornered Crook deals 3 damage to any target.
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Power / Toughness 5/4
