Shell counter

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Shell counter
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Counter
Use Upkeep tracking for creature power-up
Placed on Creatures
Introduced Weatherlight
Last used Weatherlight
Statistics
1 counter creation card
{R} 100%
Scryfall search
oracle:"Shell counter"

Shell counter are a type of counter introduced in Weatherlight. They act as upkeep tracking for a creature becoming more powerful after several turns.

Description

Shell counters first appeared on Roc Hatchling in Weatherlight. It enters the battlefield with 4 shell counters on it with one being removed on each upkeep. After all shell counters are removed, the creature gains additional power/toughness and flying. This represents the creature breaking out of its shell to finish hatching.

Trivia

In Magic Online, the counter is colored orange as its considered a negative effect and it shares an icon with Egg, Hatchling, Hoofprint, and Prey counters.[1]

References

  1. Christopher Bellach (September 5, 2018). "Counter Development in Magic Online". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.