Gwaihir, Greatest of the Eagles (LTC)

Gwaihir, Greatest of the Eagles
Casting Cost: {4}{W}
Card Type: Legendary Creature - Bird Noble
Power/Toughness: 5/5
Card Text:
Flying
Whenever Gwaihir attacks, target attacking creature gains flying until end of turn.
At the beginning of each end step, if you gained 3 or more life this turn, create a 3/3 white Bird creature token with flying and "Whenever this creature attacks, target attacking creature gains flying until end of turn."
Artist: Jesper Ejsing

Card Strengths and Weaknesses:

• Strengths:

  • A 5/5 creature with flying, making it a formidable attacker and blocker.
  • Grants flying to target attacking creature when it attacks, potentially making it harder to block.
  • Can create additional 3/3 white Bird creature tokens with flying if you gained enough life during the turn.

• Weaknesses:

  • Requires conditions to be met (attacking and gaining 3 or more life) for some of its abilities to trigger.

Deck Utility:

• Flying Decks: A valuable addition to decks that focus on flying creatures and synergies.

• Lifegain Strategies: Works well in lifegain-focused decks to trigger its token creation ability.

Interactions and Combos:

• Lifegain Cards: Synergizes with cards and strategies that allow you to gain life consistently.

• Flying Synergy: Enhances flying strategies by granting flying to other creatures when it attacks.

Flavor and Lore:
"Gwaihir, Greatest of the Eagles" is a legendary creature from the world of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, known for its noble and powerful nature. The card's artwork and abilities reflect the majestic and protective qualities of this character.

Overall Impression:
"Gwaihir, Greatest of the Eagles" is a strong and versatile card with flying abilities and lifegain triggers. It can fit into a variety of decks, from flying-focused strategies to lifegain decks, and can be a powerful asset in the right circumstances.