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Shrewd Hatchling

Shrewd Hatchling

{3}{U/R}Creature — Elemental6/6

This creature enters with four -1/-1 counters on it.

{U/R}: Target creature can't block this creature this turn.

Whenever you cast a blue spell, remove a -1/-1 counter from this creature.

Whenever you cast a red spell, remove a -1/-1 counter from this creature.

Official rulings

  1. If you cast a spell that’s both of the listed colors, both abilities will trigger. You’ll remove a total of two -1/-1 counters from the Hatchling. (2008-08-01)
  2. If there are no -1/-1 counters on it when the triggered ability resolves, the ability does nothing. There is no penalty for not being able to remove a counter. (2008-08-01)

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