Elite Scaleguard
Commander 2016 65 • uncommon
- Set
- Commander 2016
- Collector number
- 65
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana white mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- White
- Artist
- Steve Prescott
- Market price
- $0.33
What it does
When this creature enters, bolster 2. (Choose a creature with the least toughness among creatures you control and put two +1/+1 counters on it.)
Whenever a creature you control with a +1/+1 counter on it attacks, tap target creature defending player controls.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Elite Scaleguard was released in 2016 as part of the Commander 2016 expansion, a set designed specifically for the multiplayer Magic: The Gathering format. It was featured in the 'Breed Lethality' deck, which focused on the +1/+1 counter mechanic and the synergy between creatures that could distribute or benefit from these enhancements. The card was created to provide a tactical advantage for aggressive decks by neutralizing potential blockers, allowing players to swing wide on the board.
The artwork was commissioned from Steve Prescott, a prolific fantasy illustrator known for his dynamic and character-focused style. Prescott was tasked with depicting the Dromoka clan of Tarkir, an order characterized by their draconic influence and focus on communal strength. His design emphasizes the tactical, disciplined nature of the Scaleguards, capturing a sense of armored protection and organized combat maneuvers that resonated with players looking to leverage combat-oriented synergies in their decks.
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About Elite Scaleguard
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