Pummeler for Hire

Pummeler for Hire

{4}{G}Creature — Giant Mercenary4/4

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Reach, vigilance

Ward {2} (Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays {2}.)

When this creature enters, you gain X life, where X is the greatest power among Giants you control.

What it does

Tagged as Lifegain — the jobs the deck report counts it toward.

Keyword reminders

Reach. This creature can block creatures with flying. · CR 702.17
Vigilance. Attacking doesn't cause this creature to tap. · CR 702.20 Read more →
Ward. Whenever this becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays the ward cost. · CR 702.21 Read more →

Official rulings

  1. The value of X is calculated only once, as Pummeler for Hire's last ability resolves. (2025-11-17)

Printings & prices

Every set Pummeler for Hire has been printed in, with the art, the finishes and the market price of each — the headline price above is the cheapest of these.

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