Itzquinth Charges In
Itzquinth, Firstborn of Gishath is a compact threat that wants to hit the board and make something happen right away. The card name is tied to Gishath lore and the body reads like a tactical engine. With a cost of {1}{R}{G} you get a 2 over 3 with haste which trades combat tempo for positioning. The enter the battlefield choice to pay {2} converts that tempo into targeted removal or a favorable trade by making another Dinosaur you control deal damage equal to its power to a creature you do not want on the table.
In practical deck building the card excels in aggressive shells that already run Dinosaurs and care about tempo and removal density. Itzquinth pairs well with creatures that grow or have high power for a surprise removal window. The printed rules text is straightforward to resolve in multiplayer where selecting targets and timing the trigger can swing a combat step. This uncommon from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan provides a playable, flexible tool for players who like efficient creatures and smart removal sequencing.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {1}{R}{G}
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Card Type – Legendary Creature
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Subtypes – Dinosaur
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Haste. When Itzquinth, Firstborn of Gishath enters the battlefield, you may pay {2}. When you do, target Dinosaur you control deals damage equal to its power to another target creature.
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Power / Toughness – 2/3