Forerunner of the Heralds
Rivals of Ixalan 129 • uncommon
- Set
- Rivals of Ixalan
- Collector number
- 129
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- Chris Seaman
- Market price
- $0.38
What it does
When this creature enters, you may search your library for a Merfolk card, reveal it, then shuffle and put that card on top.
Whenever another Merfolk you control enters, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Forerunner of the Heralds was released in the 2018 Magic: The Gathering expansion, Rivals of Ixalan. As part of a cycle of 'Forerunner' creatures designed to support the set's four major tribal factions, this card was created to provide utility to the Merfolk archetype. These cards were strategically engineered to function as both a tutor, allowing players to search their library for a specific creature type, and a low-cost creature to establish early board presence during the fast-paced gameplay of the Ixalan block.
The artwork was commissioned from illustrator Chris Seaman, whose work is known for atmospheric lighting and detailed creature anatomy. Seaman was tasked with depicting a Merfolk scout in the dense, tropical environment of Ixalan, emphasizing the creature's role as a guide for the aquatic race. Upon release, the card was well-received by players focusing on Merfolk-themed decks in the Commander and Standard formats for its consistent ability to organize and buff the player's library and battlefield.
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