Garrison Excavator
Secrets of Strixhaven 116 • uncommon
- Set
- Secrets of Strixhaven
- Collector number
- 116
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Cristi Balanescu
- Market price
- $0.27
What it does
Menace (This creature can't be blocked except by two or more creatures.)
Whenever one or more cards leave your graveyard, create a 2/2 red and white Spirit creature token.
"I don't care that they're 'off-limits,' the Lost Barracks hold too many war relics to not pay them a visit!"
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The Garrison Excavator was released in 2021 as part of the Strixhaven: School of Mages set, specifically within the thematic framework of the Lorehold College. This institution within the Magic: The Gathering multiverse focuses on the study of history and archaeology, blending the pursuit of ancient knowledge with the practical application of magical energy to animate relics and artifacts. The card represents the college's dedication to literal excavation, reflecting a mechanical focus on recurring artifacts from the graveyard to the battlefield.
The card’s visual design, illustrated by Titus Lunter, emphasizes the rugged, utilitarian nature of the Lorehold aesthetic. Lunter utilized a palette of earthy tones and glowing mystical accents to capture the feeling of a dusty, ancient site brought to life by arcane power. Upon release, the card was received as a solid utility piece for limited formats, noted by players for its ability to provide consistent late-game value in archetypes centered on artifact synergy and graveyard recursion.
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