Twice the Trick
Illusionist's Bracers puts a practical twist on copying. The card Illusionist's Bracers rewards activation based strategies by copying non mana activated abilities of the equipped creature. It pairs well with creatures that have useful enter the battlefield triggers or repeatable activated effects, turning one useful activation into two in a single turn. The Retro Frame art shows a caster brushing light off both wrists which matches the card's focus on duplicating actions rather than raw power.
From a gameplay perspective Illusionist's Bracers is straightforward to slot into artifact support and equipment synergies. Equip costs are reasonable and the card rewards careful sequencing and target selection since you may choose new targets for the copy. In Ravnica Remastered draft and casual decks this card extends value from centerpiece creatures and creates board level decisions every time abilities are used.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost {2}
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Card Type Artifact — Equipment
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Subtypes Equipment
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) Whenever an ability of equipped creature is activated, if it isn't a mana ability, copy that ability. You may choose new targets for the copy. Equip {3}.
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Power / Toughness N A