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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Mar 20, 2021 20:30:53 GMT
"Oh, no, I don't mind at all." The Entelan pulls the explosive free of her belt. "Actually, you've made my job much easier by doing that."
The grenadier tosses the explosive device into the air, latches onto it with some kind of spell, and flings it towards the Phyrexian. If the device hits anything with any appreciable velocity, the internal components break and aether contacts the mass of tenebrite inside the explosive, resulting in a detonation of brilliant golden light the size of the one that crumbled the building in EPIC's
outpost. A shimmering, curved field of magic is ready to deflect any energy or fragments of debris sent in the directions of the faeries or the three Entelans.This one manages to find itself into out-of-color territory. Green, white, and red don't get to do this, even with a payment of 4 life. Probably also too cheap given the usual cost on these is what you have it costed at when people aren't paying life for it. 6/10 Tenebrite Collapse   Sorcery  Creatures and planeswalkers you don't control lose indestructible until end of turn. Destroy all creatures and planeswalkers. I know that indestructible doesn't come up that often, but I do kinda want this to cost 1 more. "No, you damned-" A shield of oil surrounds the Phyrexian, as tendrils dart from both the pools and the shield to try to reach the explosive, but the grenade falls to the ground, and bright light shines. When the light dims, the creature is motionless, steaming as the final drops of oil burn away. The ground around it, and where the pools of oil were, are also emitting white smoke. All that remains is a silver arachnoid exoskeleton, missing two legs. It sits, defeated, in the center of a circle drawn out by the explosion, showing where the shield had been. Karnian Truth  
Sorcery Each player draws three cards and gains three poison counters. “I am the product of years of testing: A testament to the unifying strength of progress, to the glory of Phyrexia. I am not the first of my model, nor will I be the last.”—Dieu Project No. 13, "Dieule"
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Mar 20, 2021 23:43:10 GMT
In the highlands of the Arena, the sound of a metal striking metal rings, as a strange mark appears, suspended in the air, akin to a tear in a cloth, with a night sky visible on the other side. A lightly armored woman steps through this cut, sheathing a blade as she does, the cut closing itself behind her. She carries very little: a sword and a quiver at her waist, a bow on her shoulder, and a small pack on her back. She takes in her surroundings, then begins wandering downhill.
Well, here we are. New plane, new things to fight. Hopefully it won't take too long to find someone worth fighting.
Atlani Swiftblade has entered the Arena.
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Post by WindyDelcarlo on Mar 21, 2021 23:26:14 GMT
"Oh, no, I don't mind at all." The Entelan pulls the explosive free of her belt. "Actually, you've made my job much easier by doing that."
The grenadier tosses the explosive device into the air, latches onto it with some kind of spell, and flings it towards the Phyrexian. If the device hits anything with any appreciable velocity, the internal components break and aether contacts the mass of tenebrite inside the explosive, resulting in a detonation of brilliant golden light the size of the one that crumbled the building in EPIC's
outpost. A shimmering, curved field of magic is ready to deflect any energy or fragments of debris sent in the directions of the faeries or the three Entelans.This one manages to find itself into out-of-color territory. Green, white, and red don't get to do this, even with a payment of 4 life. Probably also too cheap given the usual cost on these is what you have it costed at when people aren't paying life for it. 6/10 Tenebrite Collapse Sorcery Creatures and planeswalkers you don't control lose indestructible until end of turn. Destroy all creatures and planeswalkers. I know that indestructible doesn't come up that often, but I do kinda want this to cost 1 more. "No, you damned-" A shield of oil surrounds the Phyrexian, as tendrils dart from both the pools and the shield to try to reach the explosive, but the grenade falls to the ground, and bright light shines. When the light dims, the creature is motionless, steaming as the final drops of oil burn away. The ground around it, and where the pools of oil were, are also emitting white smoke. All that remains is a silver arachnoid exoskeleton, missing two legs. It sits, defeated, in the center of a circle drawn out by the explosion, showing where the shield had been. Karnian Truth
Sorcery Each player draws three cards and gains three poison counters. “I am the product of years of testing: A testament to the unifying strength of progress, to the glory of Phyrexia. I am not the first of my model, nor will I be the last.”—Dieu Project No. 13, "Dieule"
Dieule and their oil are dead.
"Right," the grenadier says. "I'm going to give Ani the go-ahead to start inoculating. Clean this place up -- trees'll grow back, whatever, but gotta make sure that oil gets nowhere. Looks like it all evaporated, but, you know."
Karnian Truth is a good name for the Machine Orthodoxy. Makes it a bit awkward to be in blue, though. Maybe fine? 8/10 |
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Post by cajun on Apr 3, 2021 3:01:05 GMT
(Guest system) On an otherwise quiet day on the Arena, Atlani might suddenly find herself in the presence of a meter-tall rat in a purple coat. On his back is a pouch with a visible axe, lyre, and scrolls of paper poking out from it. "Now you looks like a lady who knows what she wants an' has the monies to back it up! What kinda things are ya in the market for? Weapons, spells, potions, poisons? Zweil has anythin' you need!" Traveling Merchant  Creature - Rat Cleric  ,  : Target opponent gains control of target permanent you control. That player loses X life and you gain X life, where X is that permanent's mana value. 2/2
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Apr 3, 2021 4:27:36 GMT
(Guest system) On an otherwise quiet day on the Arena, Atlani might suddenly find herself in the presence of a meter-tall rat in a purple coat. On his back is a pouch with a visible axe, lyre, and scrolls of paper poking out from it. "Now you looks like a lady who knows what she wants an' has the monies to back it up! What kinda things are ya in the market for? Weapons, spells, potions, poisons? Zweil has anythin' you need!" Traveling Merchant Creature - Rat Cleric , : Target opponent gains control of target permanent you control. That player loses X life and you gain X life, where X is that permanent's mana value. 2/2
It's very fun, it seems dangerous. I'm not sure how to rate giving people things, since depending on what you're giving, this seems either too good or meh. "Heh. I can't say I've seen a talking rat before." She motions to her sword and bow, "I have plenty of weapons, but I suppose it couldn't hurt to learn new spells, and poisons would be useful... what do you have?"Bloodcut Ritualist Creature - Human Cleric Whenever an opponent gains life, that player gains 1 less life. Whenever you would lose life except due to damage, you lose 1 less life. 1/3 "The forces of life and death will be brought to a standstill." |
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Post by test on Jun 2, 2021 8:10:22 GMT
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 2, 2021 20:08:22 GMT
Subtlety // Surfeit: 10/10. I'm comparing it to Fatal Push, and this seems like a very fun, versatile alternative. Strangely polite for moving straight into a discussion on poison. That said..."Good afternoon, and yes, actually. I've run out of the venom I was tipping my arrows with, and the larger beasts take much longer to fell without it."Atlani checks the quiver at her hip, and the empty bottles attached to the side of it that used to contain poisons. Focused Stormcaller  Creature - Human Shaman  Whenever you draw a card except for your first each turn, ~ deals 1 damage to any target. 1/1
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Post by test on Jun 4, 2021 8:51:08 GMT
Subtlety // Surfeit: 10/10. I'm comparing it to Fatal Push, and this seems like a very fun, versatile alternative. Strangely polite for moving straight into a discussion on poison. That said..."Good afternoon, and yes, actually. I've run out of the venom I was tipping my arrows with, and the larger beasts take much longer to fell without it."Atlani checks the quiver at her hip, and the empty bottles attached to the side of it that used to contain poisons. Focused Stormcaller Creature - Human Shaman Whenever you draw a card except for your first each turn, ~ deals 1 damage to any target. 1/1 A nod. "A hunter then, in need of arrow poisons." The merchant produces a handful of vials from her apron crafted of blue glass. "From plants, I have known curare and aconite to be most effective, for death by respiratory failure and cardiac arrest respectively. Moonglove is less widespread, but can easily destroy living tissues on incision. I have each of these. For more traditional recipes, I carry some that are Hapatran, Pharikan, Jund, and Silumgar, though in limited quantities. The Elderfang are unfortunately too protective of their venom at this time." It is easy for her to smile, discussing that which she has studied with such interest. "For more alchemical options... well, I have never heard of their use with arrows; they were of an entirely different era. So, could any of this plethora be of use to you?" Bane Infusion  Instant  Target creature gains deathtouch until end of turn.
Draw a card.
For use on the stormcaller; it's up to creative interpretation how poison can be used with magic this way.
Focused Stormcaller — Tough call, considering that it hits any target and is easy to split, but is also something that has to be built around. I appreciate the novelty of this particular wording at least. 9/10
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 4, 2021 16:22:41 GMT
A nod. "A hunter then, in need of arrow poisons." The merchant produces a handful of vials from her apron crafted of blue glass. "From plants, I have known curare and aconite to be most effective, for death by respiratory failure and cardiac arrest respectively. Moonglove is less widespread, but can easily destroy living tissues on incision. I have each of these. For more traditional recipes, I carry some that are Hapatran, Pharikan, Jund, and Silumgar, though in limited quantities. The Elderfang are unfortunately too protective of their venom at this time." It is easy for her to smile, discussing that which she has studied with such interest. "For more alchemical options... well, I have never heard of their use with arrows; they were of an entirely different era. So, could any of this plethora be of use to you?" Bane Infusion Instant Target creature gains deathtouch until end of turn.
Draw a card.
For use on the stormcaller; it's up to creative interpretation how poison can be used with magic this way.
Focused Stormcaller — Tough call, considering that it hits any target and is easy to split, but is also something that has to be built around. I appreciate the novelty of this particular wording at least. 9/10
The merchant's enthusiasm proves contagious, as Atlani also grins at all the options available to her. "Well, I cannot say I've heard of all of those places, but Hapatran poisons have served me well in the past, so I suppose I'll buy some of those and some of the... aconite, you said?" The warrior reaches for a coin purse, and begins counting coins collected from various planes. "And, well, as a merchant you might know: How many other planeswalkers are on this plane? In my short time here I've run into more than I'd ever met."Vexing Venom Instant Destroy target creature with one or more abilities. The more you struggle, the faster it kills you. |
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Post by test on Jun 5, 2021 1:52:39 GMT
Bane Infusion: 9/10.The merchant's enthusiasm proves contagious, as Atlani also grins at all the options available to her. "Well, I cannot say I've heard of all of those places, but Hapatran poisons have served me well in the past, so I suppose I'll buy some of those and some of the... aconite, you said?" The warrior reaches for a coin purse, and begins counting coins collected from various planes. "And, well, as a merchant you might know: How many other planeswalkers are on this plane? In my short time here I've run into more than I'd ever met."Vexing Venom Instant Destroy target creature with one or more abilities. The more you struggle, the faster it kills you. //Unless, there is a problem, we can assume that these two agree on a quantity and price quickly enough. Convocation Sibyl  Creature — Human Druid All creatures have " : Add one mana of any color." 1/1
This should qualify for this venom.
Vexing Venom — This should specify a type of ability; otherwise, it seems to be too general and prone to judge calls. I think it would be a great design if revised however. 7/10
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 5, 2021 4:55:20 GMT
"This place, this Arena, is strange. Here, both space and time contrive to unite individuals." As it contrived to unite Lettie's action with consequence across several years of Seska's time. "To my knowledge, I have met... at least twenty-six planeswalkers over the course of two seasons. Not all were present at the same moment, mind you. No one can remain here forever." She seems downcast for a moment. "Now, let us get on with business. I will return in just a moment." She puts an appropriate amount of distance between herself and the hunter, before vanishing into a cloud of foul vapors; she soon returns with a more numerous stock for purchase.//Unless, there is a problem, we can assume that these two agree on a quantity and price quickly enough. Convocation Sibyl Creature — Human Druid All creatures have " : Add one mana of any color." 1/1
This should qualify for this venom.
Vexing Venom — This should specify a type of ability; otherwise, it seems to be too general and prone to judge calls. I think it would be a great design if revised however. 7/10
Cryptolith Rite but for everybody is interesting, feels like it could be interesting for EDH politics, and seems appropriately costed. Atlani mirrors Lettie's apparent sadness, though a bit more awkward, her face betraying regret for having asked. Upon the merchant's return, Atlani pays for the poisons, carefully packs them away, then returns to face Lettie. "That should last for a good while. Hopefully until the end of winter. Oh, but if I do need more, is there a shop I should visit?"
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Post by test on Jun 6, 2021 9:45:49 GMT
Convocation Sibyl: 10/10. Cryptolith Rite but for everybody is interesting, feels like it could be interesting for EDH politics, and seems appropriately costed. Atlani mirrors Lettie's apparent sadness, though a bit more awkward, her face betraying regret for having asked. Upon the merchant's return, Atlani pays for the poisons, carefully packs them away, then returns to face Lettie. "That should last for a good while. Hopefully until the end of winter. Oh, but if I do need more, is there a shop I should visit?"
Prospect Amplifier
Artifact Whenever you tap a nonland permanent for mana, it produces that much mana plus one of that color instead. Lettie notes that the hunter has been to Amonkhet; she briefly wonders if that was before or after the hour of devastation—and Lettie doesn't register Atlani's show of sympathy at all. "Normally, I would direct you to the location next to Atlas Bakery, but that one is, let's say, closed for the time being. You can meet me at many other shops, however..." and she gives the hunter a brief description of the closest ones. With a last "Good day, Madame," the merchant departs.
Prospect Amplifier — I believe you want Kinnan's wording for this. I'm not entirely certain this is fair as an artifact, but it's a good response. 8/10
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 7, 2021 18:02:06 GMT
Having packed away her new poisons, Atlani sits back down on a log near a fire pit.
"Twenty six planeswalkers..." Atlani shakes her head, and looks at her blade. "Surely we'll find an enjoyable fight here."
Agreed. Let's hope that this 'Arena' lives up to its name.
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Arcanis
1/1 Squirrel
Posts: 65
Favorite Card: Arcanis the Omnipotent
Favorite Set: Kamigawa
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Post by Arcanis on Jun 17, 2021 19:15:09 GMT
Arc stepped through the archway, taking note that he wasn't alone. Normally he would ignore the common riff raff. But this woman seemed to draw his attention. her presence was gripping. He was sure she was like him, capable of traveling between planes. The next thing he noticed was her posture betrayed a fighter of skill. The mask over his lower face hid the smile that tempted the corners of his mouth. "Hello there!" He said. "Care for some fun?" Arc settled into a relaxed defensive position to show his point. Sparring Partner  Creature-Human Fighter Sparring Partner can't attack or block alone. 2/2 |
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 17, 2021 23:50:07 GMT
Arc stepped through the archway, taking note that he wasn't alone. Normally he would ignore the common riff raff. But this woman seemed to draw his attention. her presence was gripping. He was sure she was like him, capable of traveling between planes. The next thing he noticed was her posture betrayed a fighter of skill. The mask over his lower face hid the smile that tempted the corners of his mouth. "Hello there!" He said. "Care for some fun?" Arc settled into a relaxed defensive position to show his point. Sparring Partner Creature-Human Fighter Sparring Partner can't attack or block alone. 2/2 Feels more white than blue. Plus, Fighter isn't a creature type that's been used before. Which is weird, considering we do have Warrior, Knight, and Soldier. Maybe we'll get Fighter in the Forgotten Realms set. The woman looks him up and down, trying to gauge his strength. Another planeswalker. This one is even a fighter. Perhaps this plane will be worthwhile after all."Alright." She gets up, into an offensive stance, though does not move toward Arc. "From outfit alone, it seems that neither of us are from here. Where, then, are you from?"Rallypoint Knight  Creature - Human Knight First Strike Whenver ~ attacks, other creatures you control get +1/+1 until end of turn. 3/3 |
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Favorite Card: Arcanis the Omnipotent
Favorite Set: Kamigawa
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Post by Arcanis on Jun 18, 2021 16:34:06 GMT
Sparring Partner: 7/10. Feels more white than blue. Plus, Fighter isn't a creature type that's been used before. Which is weird, considering we do have Warrior, Knight, and Soldier. Maybe we'll get Fighter in the Forgotten Realms set. The woman looks him up and down, trying to gauge his strength. Another planeswalker. This one is even a fighter. Perhaps this plane will be worthwhile after all."Alright." She gets up, into an offensive stance, though does not move toward Arc. "From outfit alone, it seems that neither of us are from here. Where, then, are you from?"Rallypoint Knight Creature - Human Knight First Strike Whenver ~ attacks, other creatures you control get +1/+1 until end of turn. 3/3 Simple and sweet. good uncommon with the ability in a good color scheme. Strong enough to deal with my attacking creature and able to retaliate with stronger force. 10/10
Arc was elated. His first bout and it was about to be amazing. With a flash of speed, he initialized his attack. Dashing forward he rained a flurry of blows toward the woman's head chest and shoulders. An efficient warrior did not distinguish gender when attacking. Nor did he disrespect the woman by pulling his punches. "Where am I from?" arc continued the conversation in a calm clear voice as if the match was being watched rather than fought. "A long way from here. I wouldn't be able to be specific as before I traveled here..." Arc lashed a kick out towards the outside of one of his opponents knees, trying to weaken her stance. "...I was unaware of the existance of planes and their correlation" Arc leapt high over the defenders head, corkscrewing to land facing her again. He kept an eye out for weapons, just in case. they hadn't really settled on terms so he wouldn't begrudge her a use of a weapon. "...to each other. Watch your feet. But as much of myself as I would like to keep secret, I will say that I came from a realm of warriors, and endless war." Tripsnare Artifact Attacking creatures without flying get -1/-1 |
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 18, 2021 22:23:56 GMT
Arc was elated. His first bout and it was about to be amazing. With a flash of speed, he initialized his attack. Dashing forward he rained a flurry of blows toward the woman's head chest and shoulders. An efficient warrior did not distinguish gender when attacking. Nor did he disrespect the woman by pulling his punches. "Where am I from?" arc continued the conversation in a calm clear voice as if the match was being watched rather than fought. "A long way from here. I wouldn't be able to be specific as before I traveled here..." Arc lashed a kick out towards the outside of one of his opponents knees, trying to weaken her stance. "...I was unaware of the existance of planes and their correlation" Arc leapt high over the defenders head, corkscrewing to land facing her again. He kept an eye out for weapons, just in case. they hadn't really settled on terms so he wouldn't begrudge her a use of a weapon. "...to each other. Watch your feet. But as much of myself as I would like to keep secret, I will say that I came from a realm of warriors, and endless war." Tripsnare Artifact Attacking creatures without flying get -1/-1 I think that this is a strange thing to put in a colorless artifact. It's either too cheap or needs to be -2/-0 instead of -1/-1, or both. It is clear that whatever fighting style Atlani is using, it is not one that Arc is familiar with. She blocks many of his strikes, dodging some, and pulling back from his kick, only taking two hits. She watches carefully as he jumps over her, then listens intently to hear him land. He sees a sword at her hip, and a bow and quiver resting on the ground nearby. The quiver has several vials attached to it. "Ah. Then we are not from dissimilar planes. But, do you not use weapons on your plane, or do you simply not have any?" Atlani spins, briefly leaving the ground, aiming to kick Arc in the head. If she lands, she lands facing to the left of Arc, and will kick with the other foot, the momentum of which will leave her facing him. Gust Stance Instant Target creature gets +2/+1 and gains flying until end of turn. Return it to your hand at the end of combat. "A sharp kick, a gust of wind, and they're gone. Perhaps there is worth in studying the Jeskai techniques after all."
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Arcanis
1/1 Squirrel
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Favorite Card: Arcanis the Omnipotent
Favorite Set: Kamigawa
Color Alignment: Blue
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Post by Arcanis on Jun 18, 2021 23:27:24 GMT
Tripsnare: 7/10. I think that this is a strange thing to put in a colorless artifact. It's either too cheap or needs to be -2/-0 instead of -1/-1, or both. It is clear that whatever fighting style Atlani is using, it is not one that Arc is familiar with. She blocks many of his strikes, dodging some, and pulling back from his kick, only taking two hits. She watches carefully as he jumps over her, then listens intently to hear him land. He sees a sword at her hip, and a bow and quiver resting on the ground nearby. The quiver has several vials attached to it. "Ah. Then we are not from dissimilar planes. But, do you not use weapons on your plane, or do you simply not have any?" Atlani spins, briefly leaving the ground, aiming to kick Arc in the head. If she lands, she lands facing to the left of Arc, and will kick with the other foot, the momentum of which will leave her facing him. Gust Stance Instant Target creature gets +2/+1 and gains flying until end of turn. Return it to your hand at the end of combat. "A sharp kick, a gust of wind, and they're gone. Perhaps there is worth in studying the Jeskai techniques after all."
-Atlani Swiftblade (funny story it was going to be caltrops but wouldn't ya know magic already has that as a card.) Gust Stance: as it says target creature, it should probably read "Return it to it's owners hand..." otherwise very thematic and matches jeskai very well. I really like it. 9/10 Arc was truly impressed by the prowess that this warrior held. And then the kick landed full on his sculpted face. His head bounded across the floor, cracking and bouncing away. The blow had been incredible. Arc watched as she decapitated the image of him. "I have weapons. None sharper than my cunning however." Arc called from behind her, with a smile, still standing where he had entered the room. The ice decoy audibly cracked and fell apart, bits skittering across the floor. "Which of course I will be using to my full advantage to prevent me from becoming that." he said gesturing. "You are quite strong and I don't think I compete with you directly with power alone." Ice Decoy Creature- Shapeshifter Ice Decoy enters the battlefield as a copy of a creature you control, except it has no abilities. When Ice Decoy enters the battlefield, Return a creature you control to it's owners hand. 0/0 |
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 19, 2021 5:06:15 GMT
Arc was truly impressed by the prowess that this warrior held. And then the kick landed full on his sculpted face. His head bounded across the floor, cracking and bouncing away. The blow had been incredible. Arc watched as she decapitated the image of him. "I have weapons. None sharper than my cunning however." Arc called from behind her, with a smile, still standing where he had entered the room. The ice decoy audibly cracked and fell apart, bits skittering across the floor. "Which of course I will be using to my full advantage to prevent me from becoming that." he said gesturing. "You are quite strong and I don't think I compete with you directly with power alone." Ice Decoy Creature- Shapeshifter Ice Decoy enters the battlefield as a copy of a creature you control, except it has no abilities. When Ice Decoy enters the battlefield, Return a creature you control to it's owners hand. 0/0 So, the way this is worded, and with the return to hand part, it should be in blue. But functionally I think the first line wants to be green. Because if it has no abilities, then wouldn't the goal be to copy the creature with the biggest stats? "So I see," Atlani says with a smirk as the decoy falls apart. She picks up a piece of ice, inspecting it to figure out by what kind of magic she was tricked. She turns to face Arc. "I had thought that your strategy was reckless, but I see now that there was strategy behind it. I'll have to see about getting an ice pick, should we ever fight again." Finished with the investigation of the ice, she mindlessly tosses the chunk of the false-Arc's head to the ground. "But, moving on, you are new to planeswalking, yes? Are you testing my strength due to pure curiosity, or is there some cause you mean to recruit me to?" She gestures towards a poster on the wall that promotes her work as a mercenary. Grim Analysis Sorcery Draw a card for each creature that left the battlefield this turn. |
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Arcanis
1/1 Squirrel
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Favorite Card: Arcanis the Omnipotent
Favorite Set: Kamigawa
Color Alignment: Blue
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Post by Arcanis on Jun 19, 2021 19:24:59 GMT
Ice Decoy: 9/10. So, the way this is worded, and with the return to hand part, it should be in blue. But functionally I think the first line wants to be green. Because if it has no abilities, then wouldn't the goal be to copy the creature with the biggest stats? "So I see," Atlani says with a smirk as the decoy falls apart. She picks up a piece of ice, inspecting it to figure out by what kind of magic she was tricked. She turns to face Arc. "I had thought that your strategy was reckless, but I see now that there was strategy behind it. I'll have to see about getting an ice pick, should we ever fight again." Finished with the investigation of the ice, she mindlessly tosses the chunk of the false-Arc's head to the ground. "But, moving on, you are new to planeswalking, yes? Are you testing my strength due to pure curiosity, or is there some cause you mean to recruit me to?" She gestures towards a poster on the wall that promotes her work as a mercenary. Grim Analysis Sorcery Draw a card for each creature that left the battlefield this turn. So I kinda want this at instant speed. I feel like it loses a bunch of opportunities to be really good at sorcery speed. That being said it still functions well for what it's purpose is. it makes a lot of sense to be in black, and honestly it kinda has a phantom "sacrifice a creature: draw a card" feel to it. At the same time analyzing a kill gives a lot of flavor to your character. All around good card. 10/10Arcanis Stepped closer seeing that the fight seemed to reach a conclusion. He had shown a little of him, She had demonstrated a bit of her and Arc was happy to leave it there. "Haha yes I'm sure there will be more opportunities to test each other's mettle. But yes I am new to this ability to planeswalk... sort of. I can explain that when we are a bit more acquainted. I am fairly new to this plane and honestly," Arc spread his arms and turned around, "I am without a decent blade or weapon currently. And, well, without much coin either. Which is why I have been doing a bit of exploring, and a bit of, mmm, testing of the local powers that be. I'm taking jobs myself in fact." Arc said gesturing to the poster himself. "As much as I'd like to recruit such a capable person such as yourself, I doubt you would work under me in my current state." Arc tapped a finger to his chin in thought. "Perhaps you would consider a friendly alliance? Though I should probably warn you, I kill as an occupation. I do have standards however, I am not psychotic. But I can see how that might be a deal breaker." Arc reached into his pocket and produced a Ring. "A gift, should you choose to accept it. This is a project I worked on before I was a planeswalker. It's a bridge of sorts. You put ch... uh mana into it and it signals the other ring." Arc held a second one up in his hand. "And the person with the other ring can accept by putting mana into it. This allows you to know the location and tele... I mean planeswalk to the other ring. Otherwise, it's just a ring." Arc flipped the ring into the air like a coin and caught it again. "Though if you decide against it, I'm sure we will meet again the long way around." Arc held out the ring for her consideration. Arcanis's Ring Artifact  , Search your library for a planeswalker card, and put it into your hand, then shuffle. |
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 20, 2021 3:55:53 GMT
Grim Analysis: So I kinda want this at instant speed. I feel like it loses a bunch of opportunities to be really good at sorcery speed. That being said it still functions well for what it's purpose is. it makes a lot of sense to be in black, and honestly it kinda has a phantom "sacrifice a creature: draw a card" feel to it. At the same time analyzing a kill gives a lot of flavor to your character. All around good card. 10/10Arcanis Stepped closer seeing that the fight seemed to reach a conclusion. He had shown a little of him, She had demonstrated a bit of her and Arc was happy to leave it there. "Haha yes I'm sure there will be more opportunities to test each other's mettle. But yes I am new to this ability to planeswalk... sort of. I can explain that when we are a bit more acquainted. I am fairly new to this plane and honestly," Arc spread his arms and turned around, "I am without a decent blade or weapon currently. And, well, without much coin either. Which is why I have been doing a bit of exploring, and a bit of, mmm, testing of the local powers that be. I'm taking jobs myself in fact." Arc said gesturing to the poster himself. "As much as I'd like to recruit such a capable person such as yourself, I doubt you would work under me in my current state." Arc tapped a finger to his chin in thought. "Perhaps you would consider a friendly alliance? Though I should probably warn you, I kill as an occupation. I do have standards however, I am not psychotic. But I can see how that might be a deal breaker." Arc reached into his pocket and produced a Ring. "A gift, should you choose to accept it. This is a project I worked on before I was a planeswalker. It's a bridge of sorts. You put ch... uh mana into it and it signals the other ring." Arc held a second one up in his hand. "And the person with the other ring can accept by putting mana into it. This allows you to know the location and tele... I mean planeswalk to the other ring. Otherwise, it's just a ring." Arc flipped the ring into the air like a coin and caught it again. "Though if you decide against it, I'm sure we will meet again the long way around." Arc held out the ring for her consideration. Arcanis's Ring Artifact , Search your library for a planeswalker card, and put it into your hand, then shuffle. It's an interesting idea, and I'm comparing it to Planar Bridge. This is too expensive to be a tutor. With a little bit of tweaking, this could be "and put it onto the battlefield." Maybe instead of 4 and 5 it could be 5 and 6? "Yes, I suppose a lack of coin would make it difficult to hire me. As for an alliance..." Atlani looks down, in thought, "Well. It's been some time since I entered one just for the fun of it. I make no promises, though it has been some time since I've had friends. They're unfortunately difficult to keep when one doesn't stay on the plane for too long. And, killing isn't a dealbreaker, we're both killers here. And the standards in killing are a boon for the relationship, if anything." She moves forward to meet Arc halfway across the room, looking curiously at the ring, and chuckling as he stumbles over his words. "They have a different name for mana on your homeplane, do they? I'll accept the gift, but I'll turn it into a trade." She reveals a dagger, still in its leather sheath. The leather is a navy blue, and the hilt of the blade is darker, practically black. The contrast between the dark sheath and the bright, straight, six inch blade, makes it look all the brighter. Carved into the blade is the image of a sunrise. "Something to wield until you get a proper weapon. Do you have a name?"Delicate Strike Instant You may pay and sacrifice an artifact rather than pay ~'s mana cost. Destroy target creature or planeswalker. |
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1/1 Squirrel
Posts: 65
Favorite Card: Arcanis the Omnipotent
Favorite Set: Kamigawa
Color Alignment: Blue
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Post by Arcanis on Jun 20, 2021 22:26:56 GMT
Arcanis's Ring: 9/10. It's an interesting idea, and I'm comparing it to Planar Bridge. This is too expensive to be a tutor. With a little bit of tweaking, this could be "and put it onto the battlefield." Maybe instead of 4 and 5 it could be 5 and 6? "Yes, I suppose a lack of coin would make it difficult to hire me. As for an alliance..." Atlani looks down, in thought, "Well. It's been some time since I entered one just for the fun of it. I make no promises, though it has been some time since I've had friends. They're unfortunately difficult to keep when one doesn't stay on the plane for too long. And, killing isn't a dealbreaker, we're both killers here. And the standards in killing are a boon for the relationship, if anything." She moves forward to meet Arc halfway across the room, looking curiously at the ring, and chuckling as he stumbles over his words. "They have a different name for mana on your homeplane, do they? I'll accept the gift, but I'll turn it into a trade." She reveals a dagger, still in its leather sheath. The leather is a navy blue, and the hilt of the blade is darker, practically black. The contrast between the dark sheath and the bright, straight, six inch blade, makes it look all the brighter. Carved into the blade is the image of a sunrise. "Something to wield until you get a proper weapon. Do you have a name?"Delicate Strike Instant You may pay and sacrifice an artifact rather than pay ~'s mana cost. Destroy target creature or planeswalker. I love this. It's an instant version of a throwing knife. Which is an amazing gift for a Ninja. No notes 10/10
Arc Looked down at the blade in his hand. A gift of a blade in his culture was... intimate. He recognized that it wasn't the intention of the warrior. At least he didn't think it was. But any warrior gifting a blade should know the importance of the gesture. Arc Stepped back a few paces. Drawing out the six inch blade and examining the blade, he hefted it's weight. It was a good blade, a superb one. Drawing in his inner focus he poured his will into the blade. With a quick slash from his left shoulder across and down toward the ground, the room erupted in a gale force wind as the blade created a sonic boom. After a moment the breeze died out and the room quieted once more. "This is an excellent weapon. One that suits me. My gratitude will be returned I promise. My name is Arcanis." Even though the wind and noise had died out the blade still hummed with it's lethality. Arc returned the blade to it's sheath and placed it on his belt, positioned horizontally on his back. "How would you like me to address you?" Dragon Venom Artifact Creatures and Planeswalkers your opponents control lose indestructible and can't have or gain indestructible. |
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Post by cajun on Jun 21, 2021 1:38:49 GMT
Travelling Merchant: 8/10. It's very fun, it seems dangerous. I'm not sure how to rate giving people things, since depending on what you're giving, this seems either too good or meh. "Heh. I can't say I've seen a talking rat before." She motions to her sword and bow, "I have plenty of weapons, but I suppose it couldn't hurt to learn new spells, and poisons would be useful... what do you have?"Bloodcut Ritualist Creature - Human Cleric Whenever an opponent gains life, that player gains 1 less life. Whenever you would lose life except due to damage, you lose 1 less life. 1/3 "The forces of life and death will be brought to a standstill." "Spells'll depends on ya magical talent, I gots some runes for the magicless and incantatincantications for the more inclined. Now poisons is me speciality, I gots warfarin an' cyanide an' caffeine an' arsenic an' rattlesnake venom an' scorpion glands an' jellyfish stingers an'..."
The rat continues to rattle off various toxins while pulling an alarming amount of different vials and boxes from his bag. Palette of Poisons  Artifact Palette of Poisons enters the battlefield with X vial counters on it. , : Target creature gets -1/-1 for each vial counter on Palette of Poisons, then remove a vial counter from it.
Bloodcut Ritualist - those should both be ifs. could prob stand to be a bit bigger body. 8/10
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 21, 2021 13:19:37 GMT
Arcanis's Ring: 9/10. It's an interesting idea, and I'm comparing it to Planar Bridge. This is too expensive to be a tutor. With a little bit of tweaking, this could be "and put it onto the battlefield." Maybe instead of 4 and 5 it could be 5 and 6? "Yes, I suppose a lack of coin would make it difficult to hire me. As for an alliance..." Atlani looks down, in thought, "Well. It's been some time since I entered one just for the fun of it. I make no promises, though it has been some time since I've had friends. They're unfortunately difficult to keep when one doesn't stay on the plane for too long. And, killing isn't a dealbreaker, we're both killers here. And the standards in killing are a boon for the relationship, if anything." She moves forward to meet Arc halfway across the room, looking curiously at the ring, and chuckling as he stumbles over his words. "They have a different name for mana on your homeplane, do they? I'll accept the gift, but I'll turn it into a trade." She reveals a dagger, still in its leather sheath. The leather is a navy blue, and the hilt of the blade is darker, practically black. The contrast between the dark sheath and the bright, straight, six inch blade, makes it look all the brighter. Carved into the blade is the image of a sunrise. "Something to wield until you get a proper weapon. Do you have a name?"Delicate Strike Instant You may pay and sacrifice an artifact rather than pay ~'s mana cost. Destroy target creature or planeswalker. I love this. It's an instant version of a throwing knife. Which is an amazing gift for a Ninja. No notes 10/10
Arc Looked down at the blade in his hand. A gift of a blade in his culture was... intimate. He recognized that it wasn't the intention of the warrior. At least he didn't think it was. But any warrior gifting a blade should know the importance of the gesture. Arc Stepped back a few paces. Drawing out the six inch blade and examining the blade, he hefted it's weight. It was a good blade, a superb one. Drawing in his inner focus he poured his will into the blade. With a quick slash from his left shoulder across and down toward the ground, the room erupted in a gale force wind as the blade created a sonic boom. After a moment the breeze died out and the room quieted once more. "This is an excellent weapon. One that suits me. My gratitude will be returned I promise. My name is Arcanis." Even though the wind and noise had died out the blade still hummed with it's lethality. Arc returned the blade to it's sheath and placed it on his belt, positioned horizontally on his back. "How would you like me to address you?" Dragon Venom Artifact Creatures and Planeswalkers your opponents control lose indestructible and can't have or gain indestructible. Usually these sorts of effects are "until end of turn," even on artifacts/enchantments, e.g. Bonds of Mortality, but also these cards usually have some other effect, like how Shadowspear is also an Equipment. Atlani is visibly surprised by the gale. "Well, I'm glad you like it. I'm Atlani." She then goes about rearranging anything that was knocked over or blown away by the wind. Cautious Approach Instant Prevent all damage that would be dealt to target creature this turn. Raid - If you attacked this turn, prevent all damage that would be dealt to each of up to three target creatures this turn instead. |
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Favorite Card: Arcanis the Omnipotent
Favorite Set: Kamigawa
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Post by Arcanis on Jun 22, 2021 22:35:53 GMT
Dragon Venom: 8/10. Usually these sorts of effects are "until end of turn," even on artifacts/enchantments, e.g. Bonds of Mortality, but also these cards usually have some other effect, like how Shadowspear is also an Equipment. Atlani is visibly surprised by the gale. "Well, I'm glad you like it. I'm Atlani." She then goes about rearranging anything that was knocked over or blown away by the wind. Cautious Approach Instant Prevent all damage that would be dealt to target creature this turn. Raid - If you attacked this turn, prevent all damage that would be dealt to each of up to three target creatures this turn instead. seems a bit underpowered in light of cards like dawn charm or holy day. Though I suppose it is one sided which makes it more reasonable. 9/10
Arc assists Atlani tidying up his mess. "Sorry about that. Been a while since I've cut loose a bit." Arc righted a stool and rehung a poster. He actually took a second to read the poster a bit. It was about Atlani, the one she had indicated earlier. "So how did you end up as a mercenary?" Arcanis asked. He wasn't great at small talk, even if he was naturally curious. Lapse in Judgment Instant Reveal the top card of your library, you may discard a card to put that card in your hand. Otherwise put it into the graveyard. |
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 23, 2021 2:32:27 GMT
Arc assists Atlani tidying up his mess. "Sorry about that. Been a while since I've cut loose a bit." Arc righted a stool and rehung a poster. He actually took a second to read the poster a bit. It was about Atlani, the one she had indicated earlier. "So how did you end up as a mercenary?" Arcanis asked. He wasn't great at small talk, even if he was naturally curious. Lapse in Judgment Instant Reveal the top card of your library, you may discard a card to put that card in your hand. Otherwise put it into the graveyard. I can't think of a reason to be so desperate for cards to be in your graveyard and not in your hand that you'd run this instead of Opt. Also, the wording should probably be "Reveal the top card of your library, then you may discard a card. If you do, put the revealed card in your hand. Otherwise, put it in your graveyard." or "Reveal the top card of your library. You may put it in your hand. If you do, discard a card. Otherwise, put it in your graveyard." "The Mardu have always been warriors," she answered. She set back the last stool, then sat down, and made sure her bow and quiver were leaning up against her seat. "Thought I might as well make my living from it. Armies and nations change from plane to plane, but there will always be work for a mercenary. You said you also come from a war-torn plane, I assume you came to your work the same way?"Pull from the Past Sorcery Return target permanent from a graveyard to the battlefield under your control. Some things should stay dead. |
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1/1 Squirrel
Posts: 65
Favorite Card: Arcanis the Omnipotent
Favorite Set: Kamigawa
Color Alignment: Blue
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Post by Arcanis on Jun 28, 2021 19:30:52 GMT
Lapse in Judgement: 5/10. I can't think of a reason to be so desperate for cards to be in your graveyard and not in your hand that you'd run this instead of Opt. Also, the wording should probably be "Reveal the top card of your library, then you may discard a card. If you do, put the revealed card in your hand. Otherwise, put it in your graveyard." or "Reveal the top card of your library. You may put it in your hand. If you do, discard a card. Otherwise, put it in your graveyard." "The Mardu have always been warriors," she answered. She set back the last stool, then sat down, and made sure her bow and quiver were leaning up against her seat. "Thought I might as well make my living from it. Armies and nations change from plane to plane, but there will always be work for a mercenary. You said you also come from a war-torn plane, I assume you came to your work the same way?"Pull from the Past Sorcery Return target permanent from a graveyard to the battlefield under your control. Some things should stay dead. Solid card. Little more expensive than quintessential res spells, but no frills or extra abilities to demand it need to be more expensive. The name itself makes it feel more like time travel but gives the impression of resurfacing demons which I love. 10/10Arc nodded when Atlani mentioned his home "War torn, War built, and war torn again. It was less of work or occupation. it was a lifestyle that all, men women and children, were forced into. And only strength and the ability to achieve victory was any use to anyone. I became what I had to become to survive, then I got really good at it. In the end it cost me everything. I was deemed a threat, not just to my enemies, but to everyone. My family was killed and I found myself here. Likely running from, well, everything. But I have realized my fatal flaw and I plan to correct it." Arc looked into Atlani's eyes. "That's where you come in. I tried to do everything with my own power. Instead I plan to build something that I can support. Something I can invest my power into. Then I won't be targeted or vulnerable, but a force for change. However that needs to be accomplished." Arc lost himself in his words for a moment. "Anyway. You want to try another bout? this time no tricks. I'll show you I'm worth trusting me to fight along side you."
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 29, 2021 0:26:10 GMT
Pull from the Past: Solid card. Little more expensive than quintessential res spells, but no frills or extra abilities to demand it need to be more expensive. The name itself makes it feel more like time travel but gives the impression of resurfacing demons which I love. 10/10Arc nodded when Atlani mentioned his home "War torn, War built, and war torn again. It was less of work or occupation. it was a lifestyle that all, men women and children, were forced into. And only strength and the ability to achieve victory was any use to anyone. I became what I had to become to survive, then I got really good at it. In the end it cost me everything. I was deemed a threat, not just to my enemies, but to everyone. My family was killed and I found myself here. Likely running from, well, everything. But I have realized my fatal flaw and I plan to correct it." Arc looked into Atlani's eyes. "That's where you come in. I tried to do everything with my own power. Instead I plan to build something that I can support. Something I can invest my power into. Then I won't be targeted or vulnerable, but a force for change. However that needs to be accomplished." Arc lost himself in his words for a moment. "Anyway. You want to try another bout? this time no tricks. I'll show you I'm worth trusting me to fight along side you."
Lost in the Past: Instant Discard your hand, then draw seven cards. Shuffle Lost in the Past and your graveyard into their owner's library. Seems too cheap, based on Echo of Eons. This is an instant, will trigger anything based on discard, and doesn't let your opponents draw cards. Atlani shakes her head, laughs to herself, and stands up. A hand rests on the hilt of her blade as she walks past Arcanis, towards the door. "Either you speak too highly of yourself, or whoever killed your family is a fool," she pauses as she reaches the door, turning to face Arcanis, "Whichever it may be, I do not mind the idea of being in a group. Safety in numbers, and such. I suppose we are known as the Mardu Horde and it is difficult to have a Horde with only one member. Come. If we are to fight again, let's do it outside."
She moves outside, walking with her back turned, listening intently to determine when and how Arcanis will strike first. Sacred Grave Artifact Whenever a card in a graveyard becomes the target of a spell or ability, you gain 2 life. , : Exile ~ and all cards in all graveyards. Draw a card. |
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1/1 Squirrel
Posts: 65
Favorite Card: Arcanis the Omnipotent
Favorite Set: Kamigawa
Color Alignment: Blue
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Post by Arcanis on Jun 30, 2021 14:28:39 GMT
Pull from the Past: Solid card. Little more expensive than quintessential res spells, but no frills or extra abilities to demand it need to be more expensive. The name itself makes it feel more like time travel but gives the impression of resurfacing demons which I love. 10/10Arc nodded when Atlani mentioned his home "War torn, War built, and war torn again. It was less of work or occupation. it was a lifestyle that all, men women and children, were forced into. And only strength and the ability to achieve victory was any use to anyone. I became what I had to become to survive, then I got really good at it. In the end it cost me everything. I was deemed a threat, not just to my enemies, but to everyone. My family was killed and I found myself here. Likely running from, well, everything. But I have realized my fatal flaw and I plan to correct it." Arc looked into Atlani's eyes. "That's where you come in. I tried to do everything with my own power. Instead I plan to build something that I can support. Something I can invest my power into. Then I won't be targeted or vulnerable, but a force for change. However that needs to be accomplished." Arc lost himself in his words for a moment. "Anyway. You want to try another bout? this time no tricks. I'll show you I'm worth trusting me to fight along side you."
Lost in the Past: Instant Discard your hand, then draw seven cards. Shuffle Lost in the Past and your graveyard into their owner's library. Seems too cheap, based on Echo of Eons. This is an instant, will trigger anything based on discard, and doesn't let your opponents draw cards. Atlani shakes her head, laughs to herself, and stands up. A hand rests on the hilt of her blade as she walks past Arcanis, towards the door. "Either you speak too highly of yourself, or whoever killed your family is a fool," she pauses as she reaches the door, turning to face Arcanis, "Whichever it may be, I do not mind the idea of being in a group. Safety in numbers, and such. I suppose we are known as the Mardu Horde and it is difficult to have a Horde with only one member. Come. If we are to fight again, let's do it outside."
She moves outside, walking with her back turned, listening intently to determine when and how Arcanis will strike first. Sacred Grave Artifact Whenever a card in a graveyard becomes the target of a spell or ability, you gain 2 life. , : Exile ~ and all cards in all graveyards. Draw a card. solid artifact that hates on graveyards. I can't find anything to dislike about this card. 10/10Arc was impressed by Atlani's understanding of his past. At least at surface level. But Arcanis was a bit of a fool himself, he knew. Even the most powerful person in the world can't arrogantly believe that he stands above everyone without being supported by anyone. He had made that icarusian blunder, and he had fallen. It had taught him humility but tempered his resolve to soar again. Following her outside he was determined to connect with her through battle. He could still feel her hesitation in her words. Arcanis didn't want to be her ally just because he had been the first one to ask. Even mercenaries like them could build bonds of loyalty to something other than money, Arc was sure of it. Following her outside, He found his blood pumping once more. His senses sharpened to a razors edge. "Let me show you what I can really do" he said, Stepping through a portal he had created in front of him in the blink of an eye. the other side would put him directly in front of Atlani. Rotating and bending one knees he shot a kick slightly angled up toward her sword arm shoulder. 6 inches from when it would connect however his foot and leg would begin to disappear. as his kick passed through another portal to emerge form the other side of her head than the kick originating. The kick wouldn't do any major damage if it connected, just ring her bell a bit. Portal Ninja Creature - Fairie Ninja Flash Flying When Portal Ninja deals combat damage to a player, that player mills 4 cards. 3/2 |
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Post by pacifistwestwoman on Jun 30, 2021 21:45:02 GMT
Sacred Grave: solid artifact that hates on graveyards. I can't find anything to dislike about this card. 10/10Arc was impressed by Atlani's understanding of his past. At least at surface level. But Arcanis was a bit of a fool himself, he knew. Even the most powerful person in the world can't arrogantly believe that he stands above everyone without being supported by anyone. He had made that icarusian blunder, and he had fallen. It had taught him humility but tempered his resolve to soar again. Following her outside he was determined to connect with her through battle. He could still feel her hesitation in her words. Arcanis didn't want to be her ally just because he had been the first one to ask. Even mercenaries like them could build bonds of loyalty to something other than money, Arc was sure of it. Following her outside, He found his blood pumping once more. His senses sharpened to a razors edge. "Let me show you what I can really do" he said, Stepping through a portal he had created in front of him in the blink of an eye. the other side would put him directly in front of Atlani. Rotating and bending one knees he shot a kick slightly angled up toward her sword arm shoulder. 6 inches from when it would connect however his foot and leg would begin to disappear. as his kick passed through another portal to emerge form the other side of her head than the kick originating. The kick wouldn't do any major damage if it connected, just ring her bell a bit. Portal Ninja Creature - Fairie Ninja Flash Flying When Portal Ninja deals combat damage to a player, that player mills 4 cards. 3/2 k but why is it flash instead of ninjitsu Atlani heard the first portal. She turned, and prepared to block. She was not expecting the second portal. She took the hit, and stepped back. "An amusing trick. Let us see if I can come up with anything as creative."The air around her began to crackle, as she spun around to deliver another kick, this time following through into a punch, her foot and fist coated in lightning. Frontline Shockfist Creature - Human Wizard Whenever you cast a noncreature spell, ~ gets +2/+0 and gains trample until end of turn. 1/3 “Sure, the gloves are heavy, but put some charge in there and you’ll be punching hard enough to level a building.”
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