Sample Collector (Murders at Karlov Manor #175)

Sample Collector {2}{G}

Creature — Troll Detective

Whenever Sample Collector attacks, you may collect evidence 3. When you do, put a +1/+1 counter on target creature you control. (To collect evidence 3, exile cards with total mana value 3 or greater from your graveyard.)

“Whatever broke out of here is at least half bear… and I’d say some lizard as well.”

2/3

Illustrated by Borja Pindado

Standard
Alchemy
Pioneer
Explorer
Modern
Historic
Legacy
Brawl
Vintage
Timeless
Commander
Pauper
Oathbreaker
Penny
Notes and Rules Information for Sample Collector:
  • You don’t choose a target for Sample Collector’s ability at the time it triggers. Rather, a second “reflexive” ability triggers when you collect evidence 3 this way. You choose a target for that ability as it goes on the stack. Each player may respond to this triggered ability as normal. (2024-02-02)
  • If you can’t exile enough cards to meet or exceed the required mana value, you can’t choose to collect evidence at all. (2024-02-02)
  • Once you’ve announced that you’re casting a spell, players can’t take actions until you’ve finished doing so. Notably, opponents can’t try to remove cards from your graveyard to stop you from collecting evidence. (2024-02-02)