Ria Ivor: The Bladehold Bane

Step into the heart of Phyrexia with Ria Ivor, Bane of Bladehold, a commanding presence on the battlefield. With a mana cost of {2}{B}{B}, this legendary creature isn’t just a knight; she’s a harbinger of chaos that ensures your opponents feel the sting of her battle cry. As the combat phase unfolds, she challenges the very fabric of your opponent’s strategy, redirecting lethal damage back to them if they dare threaten you. This ability not only protects you but also creates a swarm of 1/1 Toxic 1 Phyrexian Mite tokens that can turn the tide in your favor, allowing you to mount a swift counter-offensive.

Ria's potential synergy with cards like Glissa, the Traitor and Glistener Elf makes her an invaluable asset in any Phyrexian-themed deck. By generating tokens that carry the toxic mechanic, you can flood the board with threats, creating a lethal combination that may overwhelm even the most fortified defenses. With her striking Showcase art and Step-and-Compleat foil finish, she’s not only a powerful addition to your deck but also a beautiful centerpiece that catches the eye of any Magic collector.

Card Details:

• Mana Cost: {2}{B}{B}
• Card Type: Creature
• Subtypes: Legendary, Phyrexian Knight
• Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Battle cry
  At the beginning of combat on your turn, the next time target creature would deal combat damage to one or more players this combat, prevent that damage. If damage is prevented this way, create that many 1/1 colorless Phyrexian Mite artifact creature tokens with toxic 1.
• Power / Toughness: 3/4