Old Rutstein: The Peasant with a Plan
Meet Old Rutstein, a crafty Human Peasant who knows a thing or two about resourcefulness. At just {1}{B}{G}, this legendary creature enters the battlefield with a unique flair, allowing you to create a treasure or an insect token depending on what you mill. It's the perfect addition to any deck that thrives on chaos and value, capitalizing on the synergy with cards like Militia Bugler and Ominous Roost. By triggering treasure tokens, Old Rutstein makes that mana available for explosive plays or powerful spells that can turn the tide of battle.
As you incorporate him into your strategy, you'll find that each entry into the battlefield can lead to valuable decisions that may shift the game in your favor. His ability to create a Blood token from milled creatures adds yet another layer of versatility, making him a fantastic choice for decks that appreciate card advantage. Embrace the unexpected with Old Rutstein and watch as your opponents struggle to keep up with the resource generation and surprise threats.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {1}{B}{G}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Legendary, Human, Peasant
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): When Old Rutstein enters the battlefield or at the beginning of your upkeep, mill a card. If a land card is milled this way, create a Treasure token. If a creature card is milled this way, create a 1/1 green Insect creature token. If a noncreature, nonland card is milled this way, create a Blood token.
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Power / Toughness: 1/4
