Flashy Control With Dragon Turtle
Dragon Turtle from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms arrives with a splash of tactical disruption. This blue creature boasts flash, allowing it to slip onto the battlefield at instant speed, catching opponents off guard. Its 3/5 frame makes it a sturdy presence, capable of absorbing blows while preparing to lock down key threats. The signature Drag Below ability taps both Dragon Turtle and an opponent’s creature, preventing that creature from untapping on its controller’s next untap step. This temporary immobilization can swing the momentum by neutralizing a blocker or an aggressive attacker just when you need it most.
This card pairs exceptionally well with other tempo-centric strategies, particularly those that benefit from controlling the board state. Consider combining Dragon Turtle with cards like Merfolk Trickster or Fae of Wishes to keep your opponents’ creatures perpetually out of action. Its versatility and resilient stats make it a staple for blue decks that prize control and disruption over outright aggression.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {1}{U}{U}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Dragon Turtle
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Flash
Drag Below — When Dragon Turtle enters the battlefield, tap it and up to one target creature an opponent controls. They don’t untap during their controllers’ next untap steps.
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Power / Toughness: 3/5
