Skullport's Shrewd Trader
The Skullport Merchant stands as a reliable conduit of dark bargains in the shadowy alleys of the Forgotten Realms’ underbelly. With a modest cost of three mana including a black source, this Dwarf Citizen immediately generates value by creating a Treasure token upon entering the battlefield. This early mana artifact not only supports accelerated plays but also synergizes seamlessly with sacrifice-centric decks that capitalize on artifact or creature sacrifices. Its sturdy 1/4 frame makes it a resilient blocker, holding the line against early aggression while setting you up for later card advantage.
Where Skullport Merchant truly shines is its activated ability. For a small investment of mana and the sacrifice of a creature or Treasure, you draw a card — a potent way to maintain card flow in the midgame. This interplay makes it a natural pairing alongside cards like Deadly Dispute or Magda, Brazen Outlaw, which also reward you for sacrificing artifacts or creatures. If your deck thrives on incremental advantage and resource cycling, this foil near mint rendition is an essential component that embodies the gritty commerce of Skullport itself.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {2}{B}
- Card Type: Creature
- Subtypes: Dwarf Citizen
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Card Text: When Skullport Merchant enters the battlefield, create a Treasure token. (It’s an artifact with “{T}, Sacrifice this artifact: Add one mana of any color.”)
{1}{B}, Sacrifice another creature or a Treasure: Draw a card. - Power / Toughness: 1/4