Rally the Rearguard

Rally the Rearguard is an action card introduced in the Monarch set, the second expansion released for the Flesh and Blood trading card game in 2021. Designed by Legend Story Studios, the set focuses on the ideological conflict between the classes of the city-state Solana and the inhabitants of the Shadow realm. The card serves as a tactical component within the game's unique combat system, specifically tailored for the Guardian class to provide defensive utility during an opponent's attack phase.

The card's design aesthetic follows the high-fantasy visual language established by the game's core art team, emphasizing a sense of weight and martial discipline consistent with the Guardian archetype. As a common rarity card, it was produced to be a foundational element for players building decks around the light-aligned heroes of the set. Upon its release, it was noted by the community for its efficiency in maintaining tempo, reflecting the strategic intent to reward players for managing their hand resources during defensive turns.