Baird, Steward of Argive
Dominaria 4 • uncommon
- Set
- Dominaria
- Collector number
- 4
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana white mana white mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- White
- Artist
- Christine Choi
- Market price
- $0.29
What it does
Vigilance
Creatures can't attack you or planeswalkers you control unless their controller pays 1 generic mana for each of those creatures.
"The walls of Argive were built by a peaceful dynastic union that has guarded us against war for fifteen centuries. The lesson is clear."
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Baird, Steward of Argive was released in the 2018 set Dominaria, a nostalgic expansion designed to return players to Magic: The Gathering’s foundational plane. The card represents a key figure in the defense of the region of Argive, drawing upon the deep, decades-long lore of the setting to highlight the tactical and bureaucratic challenges of wartime leadership. Mechanically, the card serves as a protective tax effect, reflecting the character's role as a steward maintaining order amidst chaos.
The artwork was created by Christine Choi, who emphasized the stoic, protective nature of the character through a composition centered on defensive posture and regal attire. By utilizing a balanced color palette and architectural motifs consistent with Argivian aesthetics, Choi successfully bridged the gap between legacy world-building and modern card design. The piece was well-received by fans of the Commander format, where the card quickly became a staple for defensive strategies due to its focused utility.
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