Magic: The Gathering

Duergar Cave-Guard

Eventide 51 • uncommon

Set: Eventide
Collector number: 51
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 3 generic mana red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Dave Allsop
Market price: $0.12

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$0.12market price via TCGplayer · Aug 20, 2026$0.12 – $0.15 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This uncommon creature card from the Eventide set represents a niche addition for those focusing on subterranean themes. Its status as an uncommon find makes it a subtle but deliberate inclusion for collectors interested in the specific aesthetic and character designs contributed by Dave Allsop.

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What it does

Wither (This deals damage to creatures in the form of -1/-1 counters.)

red mana or white mana: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn.

Duergars who grow too large to live in the tunnels are sent topside to defend the entrances from intruders.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Duergar Cave-Guard was released in 2008 as part of the Eventide set, the second expansion in the Shadowmoor block for Magic: The Gathering. The set was designed to explore the concept of a world undergoing a magical eclipse, transitioning from a state of vibrant life to one of dark, surreal decay. The creature represents the Duergar, a race of subterranean dwarves known for their affinity with both stone and fire, fitting the set's central theme of hybrid mana costs and dual-natured identities.

The artwork was provided by Dave Allsop, a prominent illustrator known for his contributions to dark fantasy aesthetics within the game. Allsop focused on the imposing, armored silhouette of the guard, emphasizing the jagged, volcanic nature of the Duergar aesthetic. Upon its release, the card was received as a functional uncommon, appreciated by players for its utility in limited formats and its contribution to the aggressive red-white color identity established during this era of the game.

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