Intercepting Shadows with Obscura Interceptor

Enter the shadowy alleys of New Capenna with the Obscura Interceptor, a rare gem with a knack for manipulation. This Cephalid Wizard brings a powerful combination of Flash and Lifelink to your battlefield, making it a formidable ally in both defense and offense. When it emerges from the shadows, it not only allows for surprise tactics but also has the ability to connive, ensuring that your spells stay on the board while disrupting your opponent's plans.

Picture this: you flash in the Obscura Interceptor, drawing a card and then regaining momentum by returning a troublesome spell to your opponent’s hand. With a power of 3 and toughness of 1, this card synergizes perfectly with others that reward draw mechanics, like Thirst for Knowledge. As part of your cunning strategy, the Obscura Interceptor amplifies your control over the game, turning the tide in your favor as you weave through the intricate web of New Capenna.

Utilize this creature wisely, and you will find that the true strength of the streets lies in your hands.

Card Details:

• Mana Cost: {1}{U}{B}
• Card Type: Creature
• Subtypes: Cephalid Wizard
• Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Flash
  Lifelink
  When Obscura Interceptor enters the battlefield, it connives. When it connives this way, return up to one target spell to its owner's hand. (To have a creature connive, draw a card, then discard a card. If you discarded a nonland card, put a +1/+1 counter on that creature.)
• Power / Toughness: 3/1