Quickbeam, Upstart Ent (Foil) (LTR)

Quickbeam, Upstart Ent
Casting Cost: {4}{G}{G}
Card Type: Legendary Creature - Treefolk
Power/Toughness: 5/6
Card Text:
Whenever Quickbeam, Upstart Ent or another Treefolk enters the battlefield under your control, up to two target creatures each get +2/+2 and gain trample until the end of turn.
Flavour Text:
"It is only a nickname, of course. They have called me that ever since I said yes to an elder Ent before he had finished his question."
Artist: Tomas Duchek

Card Strengths and Weaknesses:

• Strengths:
  • Strong stat line at 5/6.
  • Provides substantial combat buffs to your creatures, making them more difficult to block effectively.
  • Has a lasting impact on the board due to its ability triggering on other Treefolk as well.
• Weaknesses:
  • High casting cost of {4}{G}{G} may make it difficult to play early in the game.
  • Ability is limited to the turn the creature enters the battlefield; it doesn't provide permanent buffs.

Deck Utility:

• Treefolk Tribal Decks: This is a no-brainer for any Treefolk-focused deck. The ability to give two creatures a significant buff and trample is especially potent when you're running a high density of Treefolk.

• Commander: Quickbeam would be a solid Commander for a Treefolk tribal deck, providing both a strong body and a powerful ability that synergizes well with other Treefolk.

• Green Stompy: In a deck that aims to overrun the opponent with large creatures, Quickbeam’s buffs could turn even mediocre creatures into significant threats.

• Ramp Decks: Given its high mana cost, a ramp strategy would be beneficial to get Quickbeam onto the board as soon as possible.

Quickbeam, Upstart Ent is a powerful creature that can serve as the cornerstone of a Treefolk tribal deck or a supplement in any deck that aims to win through combat. Its ability to give creatures a significant temporary boost can be a game-changer, making it a threat that demands an answer from your opponent.