Illusionist's Bracers from 'Gatecrash' revealed

Illusionist's Bracers is one of the newest cards spoiled from Wizards of the Coast's upcoming expert "Magic: The Gathering" expansion set "Gatecrash."

Illusionist's Bracers - 2
Artifact - Equipment (Rare)
Whenever an ability of equipped creature is activated, if it isn't a mana ability, copy that ability. You may choose new targets for the copy.
Equip 3

It's easy to believe you're a god when you're twice as powerful as everyone else.

Revealed today in an article by Mike Cannon on Wizards.com, you don't need to create an infinite combo deck around Illusionist's Bracers to win the game in style. This powerful piece of equipment is especially potent in a long and grueling duel.

You need look no further than the new guild mages from "Return to Ravnica" to see just how large an impact Illusionist's Bracers can have on a game.

Creatures that have powerful abilities like Jarad, Golgari Lich Lord or Krenko, Mob Boss can also bring about a quick end to the game.

What creature will you equip with Illusionist's Bracers?

Related: "Gatecrash" spoiler card list and "Gatecrash" card reviews

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Event decks: "Golgari: Creep and Conquer" and "Rakdos: Wrack and Rage."
Intro packs: "Rakdos Raid," "Azorius Advance," "Golgari Growth," "Selesnya Surge," and "Izzet Ingenuity."
Card lists: White, Blue, Black, Red, Green, Azorius, Izzet, Golgari, Rakdos, Selesnya, Hybrid, Artifact, and Land.

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