Brinefang Breaks the Surface

Marauding Brinefang is a straightforward threat for blue decks that need a big body and utility in one card. At {5}{U}{U} you get a 6/7 Dinosaur that resists single target removal thanks to Ward 3 which forces opponents to pay extra when they target it. The printed Islandcycling ability gives you late game card selection and improves consistency in decks that want Islands or want to trade the card for a tutor effect.

Play style wise this card fits into control shells that can protect a large creature or ramp strategies that reach high mana counts. Marauding Brinefang trades well with creatures and anchors the board while still providing a way to dig for an Island when you are flooded. The foil light play printing from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan adds collectible sheen without changing the card text or play function.

Card Details:

• Mana Cost – {5}{U}{U}
• Card Type – Creature
• Subtypes – Dinosaur
• Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Ward 3 (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls counter it unless that player pays 3.) Islandcycling 2 (2, Discard this card: Search your library for an Island card reveal it put it into your hand then shuffle.)
• Power / Toughness – 6/7
• Rarity – Common
• Set – The Lost Caverns of Ixalan
• Language – English
• Condition – Light Play Foil