Gastal Raider: Hand Check and Hit
Gastal Raider is a compact removal engine from Aetherdrift that pairs hand disruption with a tempo threat. Casting for {2}{B}, this Vampire Rogue pressures opponents immediately and punishes loose hands; when it enters the battlefield you see their hand and can strip away an instant or sorcery, turning invisible answers into dead draws. The Near Mint Foil finish makes the card catch light cleanly while keeping playability intact for draft and curated black aggro builds.
On the battlefield Gastal Raider trades efficiently as a 2/1 and can swing the clock when backed by a follow up or two. Its ability to pick threats from a revealed hand rewards sequencing and reads, especially against decks that rely on a single powerful spell. Add this uncommon foil to any competitive sleeve lineup or commander binder to shore up disruption and maintain pressure. Order now to lock in a solid pick for Aetherdrift black decks.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {2}{B}
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Card Type – Creature
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Subtypes – Vampire Rogue
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Start your engines! When this creature enters, target opponent reveals their hand. You choose an instant or sorcery card from it. That player discards that card. Max speed — This creature gets +1/+1 and has menace.
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Power / Toughness – 2/1
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Rarity – Uncommon
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Set – Aetherdrift
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Condition – Near Mint Foil
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Language – English
