Mage's Attendant (SNC)

Mage's Attendant
Casting Cost: {2}{W}
Card Type: Creature - Cat Rogue
Power/Toughness: 3/2
Card Text:
When Mage's Attendant enters the battlefield, create a 1/1 blue Wizard creature token with "1, Sacrifice this creature: Counter target noncreature spell unless its controller pays 1."
Flavour Text:
"Crime sometimes makes unlikely allies into lifelong friends."
Artist: Igor Kieryluk

Card Strengths and Weaknesses:

• Strengths:

  • Generates two bodies for the price of one, providing extra board presence.
  • The Wizard token has a built-in ability that can counter spells, adding utility.
  • Can fit into token strategies, Cat tribal, or Wizard tribal decks.

• Weaknesses:

  • The Wizard token's countering ability may not be strong enough to deter late-game plays.
  • The main creature has no inherent protection or evasion.

Deck Utility:

• Token Decks: Pairs well in a deck focused on generating multiple creatures.

• Counter-focused Decks: Useful in decks that aim to control the board with counter spells.

• Cat or Wizard Tribal: Could be a versatile inclusion in either tribal theme.

Interactions and Combos:

• Spell-synergy Cards: Cards that benefit from spells being cast can work well with the Wizard token's ability.

• Token Synergies: Works well with cards that pump tokens or gain advantages from tokens entering the battlefield.

• Mana Acceleration: The more mana you have, the more times you can utilize the Wizard's countering ability.

Flavor and Lore:
The flavour text adds a dimension of storytelling, suggesting that Mage's Attendant and the Wizard token it creates may have come together out of necessity but formed a lasting partnership.

Overall Impression:
Mage's Attendant offers a good deal of value for its casting cost. It adds a body to the board while also giving you a token that can be a nuisance for your opponent. This card could be particularly effective in the early game, where its token's ability can be more impactful. It fits well into a variety of deck types, from tribal to control to tokens.