Rust Monster: The Artifact-Slaying Predator
Rust Monster from Adventures in the Forgotten Realms is an intriguing blend of aggression and utility, capturing the essence of a relentless scavenger in the wilds. This creature’s First strike ability means it won’t just be sitting back but actively engaging in combat with precision and speed, often dispatching threats before they can retaliate. The defining mechanic, sacrificing artifacts to boost its power by +2 until end of turn, makes it a natural fit for artifact-heavy decks where you can turn your expendable gear into a swift, punishing strike.
Veteran players know that Rust Monster synergizes well with token generators or decks that flood the board with cheap artifacts, turning what might be disposable pieces into fuel for its ferocity. It fits snugly in aggressive red builds or artifact-centric strategies, especially when paired with cards that produce artifact tokens or retrieve sacrificed artifacts. Rust Monster is a versatile beast that disrupts your opponent’s equipment while continuously growing in threat size, embodying the brutal pragmatism of a true wilderness hunter.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {2}{R}
- Card Type: Creature
- Subtypes: Beast
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): First strike
Sacrifice an artifact: Rust Monster gets +2/+0 until end of turn. - Power / Toughness: 2/1