Rust Monster's Relentless Scrape
The Rust Monster from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms effortlessly blends the ferocity of a beast with the cunning utility of artifact disruption. Its first strike ability means it can take down foes swiftly before they even get a chance to retaliate, which is crucial for maintaining board control early on. Sacrificing artifacts to pump its attack adds a versatile layer of strategy, rewarding players who build around artifact synergies or find ways to deploy cheap, disposable equipment. This creature not only pressures your opponent’s defenses but also dismantles their artifact-based plans, turning their own resources against them.
Within the lore of Forgotten Realms, the Rust Monster is notorious for stripping adventurers of their most trusted gear, and in gameplay it lives up to that reputation by forcing opponents to rethink the value of their artifacts. Pairing it with cards that generate tokens or produce artifacts on command can keep it consistently fed and threatening. Its modest 2/1 frame belies a disruptive potential that can shift the momentum of a game, especially in aggressive or midrange decks focused on tempo and board presence.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {2}{R}
- Card Type: Creature
- Subtypes: Beast
- Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): First strike Sacrifice an artifact: Rust Monster gets +2/+0 until end of turn.
- Power / Toughness: 2/1