The General of Sacrifice Enters the Battlefield
Gaius van Baelsar brings a tactical edge to any deck while embodying the brutal precision of the Final Fantasy universe. This Legendary Creature from the Universes Beyond: FINAL FANTASY set offers versatile board control upon entering the battlefield. The sacrifice effect forces each player to make a difficult choice among creature tokens, nontoken creatures, or enchantments, allowing you to pressure your opponents' resources strategically. With a mana cost that balances out at {2}{B}{B}, Gaius fits well in black-heavy decks that thrive on attrition and decisive plays.
The card’s 3/2 body is efficient for applying early pressure, but its real strength lies in the immediate disruption it causes. Deciding which type of permanents to sacrifice can shift the momentum of the game, especially in multiplayer formats. Gaius van Baelsar’s design reflects his lore as a relentless commander with mastery over sacrifice, making him a practical inclusion for players who want to leverage tactical versatility and incremental advantage.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {2}{B}{B}
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Card Type: Legendary Creature
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Subtypes: Human Soldier
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Card Text: When Gaius van Baelsar enters, choose one —
• Each player sacrifices a creature token of their choice.
• Each player sacrifices a nontoken creature of their choice.
• Each player sacrifices an enchantment of their choice.
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Power / Toughness: 3/2
