Master the Mimicry with Mockingbird
The Mockingbird from the Bloomburrow set offers a unique strategic edge in blue decks focused on versatility and adaptation. This 1/1 Bird Bard comes with flying, allowing it to evade ground blockers effortlessly. Its signature ability permits it to enter the battlefield as a copy of any creature already in play, provided that creature’s mana value does not exceed the mana spent to cast Mockingbird. This nuanced mimicry extends the card’s flexibility, enabling you to replicate powerful creatures and adjust to a shifting board state without losing air superiority.
Experienced Planeswalkers appreciate how Mockingbird’s ability can turn the tide subtly, blending offense and defense with a single well-timed cast. Unlike straightforward copies, the card remains a Bird with flying, preserving evasive potential even if the copied creature lacks it. This synergy echoes Bloomburrow’s theme of clever adaptation and natural cunning, making Mockingbird an essential tool for decks aiming to outmaneuver opponents through both strategy and surprise.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {X}{U}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Bird Bard
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Card Text: Flying
You may have Mockingbird enter as a copy of any creature on the battlefield with mana value less than or equal to the amount of mana spent to cast Mockingbird, except it’s a Bird in addition to its other types and it has flying.
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Power / Toughness: 1/1
