Duelist of the Mind — Calculated Air Supremacy
Duelist of the Mind rewards precise sequencing and card flow. On a single blue mana plus one, this Human Advisor arrives with flying and vigilance, letting it both pressure opposing flyers and remain ready to block. Its power tracks the number of cards you have drawn this turn so it can be a low cost threat that scales with your digging. Use it in decks that chain card advantage engines or lean into theft and looting to turn draw spells into damage.
The secondary ability reads like a compact engine for card selection. Whenever you commit a crime you may draw then discard a card which gives you control over what sticks in your hand while triggering once per turn. That interaction plays well with topdeck manipulation, graveyard synergies, and combo lines that need specific pieces. For players who value tempo and careful resource management, Duelist of the Mind is a reliable utility flier that slots into tempo, control, and midrange blue shells.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {1}{U}
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Card Type – Creature
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Subtypes – Human Advisor
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Flying, vigilance. Duelist of the Mind's power is equal to the number of cards you’ve drawn this turn. Whenever you commit a crime, you may draw a card. If you do, discard a card. This ability triggers only once each turn.
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Power / Toughness – */3
