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Mechanix Challenge 43 **Circuit Challenge**
84 years ago, Corwinnn, MrRansom, AustinSmith and Tomigon started a project called TheMechanix.; Now, its secret is revealed. It is where we organize all custom keyword mechanics posted to ; Mechanic Encyclopedia for ALL.
For Mechanix Challenge - 43
We would like you to choose a custom keyword mechanic from THIS SET: http://mtgcardsmith.com/user/TheMechanix/sets/52013
and make an incredible card that uses it.
In MC-43, the focus is on Triggered&Static ability keywords
This challenge features mechanics from @Lastjustice @Undead @Jonteman93 @pHippo @EnvyReaper @pjbear2005 @DeepSky @Ender @Ranshi @bnew07 @TenebrisNemo, and @snow601
CRITERIA
Presentation, art selection, templating, spelling, balance, creativity and flavor.
Limit of 12 entries max per person.
Only new cards.
Only cards made on MtGCardsmith are allowed.
Please credit the artist!
Deadline in two weeks: April 22
Prizes:
*Top 3 winning cards will get a favorite from -TROPHY-; and a spot on -HALL OF FAME- !
**In addition Top 3 winning cards and all Honorable Mentions will receive Circuit Points
First Place = 1 CP
Second Place = 3/4 CP
Third Place = 1/2 CP
HM = 1/4 CP
#MechanixChallenge
For Mechanix Challenge - 43
We would like you to choose a custom keyword mechanic from THIS SET: http://mtgcardsmith.com/user/TheMechanix/sets/52013
and make an incredible card that uses it.
In MC-43, the focus is on Triggered&Static ability keywords
This challenge features mechanics from @Lastjustice @Undead @Jonteman93 @pHippo @EnvyReaper @pjbear2005 @DeepSky @Ender @Ranshi @bnew07 @TenebrisNemo, and @snow601
CRITERIA
Presentation, art selection, templating, spelling, balance, creativity and flavor.
Limit of 12 entries max per person.
Only new cards.
Only cards made on MtGCardsmith are allowed.
Please credit the artist!
Deadline in two weeks: April 22
Prizes:
*Top 3 winning cards will get a favorite from -TROPHY-; and a spot on -HALL OF FAME- !
**In addition Top 3 winning cards and all Honorable Mentions will receive Circuit Points
First Place = 1 CP
Second Place = 3/4 CP
Third Place = 1/2 CP
HM = 1/4 CP
#MechanixChallenge
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Examples
http://mtgcardsmith.com/user/TheMechanix/sets/52013
Mechanics in MC43
Volley by LastjusticeVolley N (When you cast this spell, copy it for each spell cast before it this turn up to N times. You may choose new targets for the copies.)
Legion by Undead
Legion [Cost] (At the beginning of your upkeep, you may pay [cost]. If you do, create a token that's a copy of this creature.)
Relentless by Jonteman93
Relentless X (Whenever this creature attacks, it gets +X/-X until end of turn.)
Vengeance by pHippo
Vengeance (Whenever a creature that shares a creature type with this creature dies, this creature gets +1/+1 until your next turn.)
Creativity by EnvyReaper
Creativity (Whenever this creature becomes untapped, you may pay {2}. If you do, create a 1/1 ‘this card’s color’ Elemental creature token.)
*Modified by Tomigon
Deathsight by pjbear2005
Deathsight (Whenever a creature you control dies, scry 1.)
Stealth by DeepSky
Stealth (Whenever this creature attacks, you may exile it. If you do, during combat of your next turn, after blockers are declared, return it to the battlefield tapped and attacking.)
Segmented by Ender
Segmented (When this creature dies, if its base toughness is 2 or greater, create a token that's a copy of it except it has base power and toughness X/X, where X is half this creature's base toughness, rounded down.)
Graveborn by Ranshi
Graveborn (When you draw this card, you may discard it. If you do, it gains “You may cast this spell from your graveyard.”)
vv--Modified by TheMechanix--vv
Graveborn - [Cost] (You may discard this card when you draw it. You may cast this spell from your graveyard for its graveborn cost.)
Chivalry by bnew07
Chivalry N (Whenever this creature attacks, you may tap an untapped creature you control with lesser power. If you do, this creature gets +N/+N until end of turn.)
Antagonism for ____ by TenebrisNemo
Antagonism for _____ (This spell costs {1} less to cast for each _____ your opponents control.)
‘Color’ mage by snow601
‘Color’ mage [Cost] (When this creature enters the battlefield, you may pay [Cost]. If you do, search your library for a ‘color’ enchantment card, reveal it, put it to your hand, then shuffle your library.)
FAQ's
Q) Can we change the name of a mechanic?
A) Yes (just make a note please)
Q) Can we make minor changes to the mechanics?
A) Yes
Q) Can we use the mechanic on a card but not name it?
A) If you want.
Q) Can we use two or more different mechanics on a card?
A) Yes.
Q) Is double-sided card allowed?
A) Yes
Gimli) That still only counts as one.
Q) Can we use the mechanic without its reminder text?
A) Yes
Q) I don't know how to post the picture version of my card, rather than just a link.
A) It became trickier with the new interface. You can just post a link.
You can also use ability counters :
(Proceeds to make horribly broken card)
Hopefully more entries to come!
[Edit: Increased CMC and P&T]
Oh crap! I'll change it to something better in a moment.
I think it's better now.
http://mtgcardsmith.com/view/veteran-legionnaire
https://www.photobox.co.uk/my/photo?album_id=5779873509&photo_id=502853073137
https://mtgcardsmith.com/view/compelling-infiltrator
https://mtgcardsmith.com/view/relentless-legionnaire-1
This good?
http://mtgcardsmith.com/view/hail-of-arrows-5
This card uses antagonism by @TenebrisNemo
Also my first entry.
http://mtgcardsmith.com/view/general-skywalker-6
Fixed the wording!
http://mtgcardsmith.com/view/corpse-eye-cerberus
Sorry. To make the contest fair, I only accept cards made on MtGCardsmith.
Thanks for your entry! I gave you a little wording tips on that card's page.
@Tomigon, thank you for the tips! Here is the edited version.