Raffine, Scheming Seer: Master of Deception
Step into the shadows with Raffine, Scheming Seer, a cunning addition to your Magic: The Gathering deck from the Streets of New Capenna set. This legendary Sphinx Demon boasts flying and ward abilities, making it a formidable presence in the skies. With a power of 1 and toughness of 4, Raffine doesn't just bring aerial dominance; it also enhances your strategic gameplay. Whenever you attack, target attacking creature connives X, where X is the number of attacking creatures you control. This means that by orchestrating a well-timed assault, you can draw cards while boosting your creatures, creating a powerful synergy with cards like Adanto Vanguard or Skycat Sovereign.
Raffine thrives in decks prioritizing aggression and resource generation. With the right setup, you can fill your hand while keeping your opponents on the back foot. Pair Raffine with other connive-based cards such as Obscura Storefront to maximize your card-drawing potential and build a board state that is hard to overcome. The elegance and tactical prowess of Raffine make this card a must-have for any competitive player looking to manipulate the battlefield.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {2}{U}{B}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Legendary, Sphinx Demon
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Flying, ward 1
Whenever you attack, target attacking creature connives X, where X is the number of attacking creatures. (Draw X cards, then discard X cards. Put a +1/+1 counter on that creature for each nonland card discarded this way.)
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Power / Toughness: 1/4