Soldier

Soldier, cataloged as TCMR-2, is a card included in The List, a curated selection of reprints integrated into Magic: The Gathering booster packs beginning in 2020. This initiative was designed by Wizards of the Coast to provide players with access to older, iconic, or thematic cards while simultaneously celebrating the game's expansive history. The card specifically highlights the fundamental soldier creature type, a cornerstone of white-aligned strategies throughout the game's long-standing competitive and casual environments.

The artwork for this specific iteration was commissioned from Svetlin Velinov, a prolific illustrator well-regarded for his contributions to the fantasy aesthetic of the game. Velinov’s design intent was to capture the quintessential spirit of a standard infantry unit, focusing on classic high-fantasy military gear that bridges the gap between the game's early roots and modern visual standards. The inclusion of this card in The List is generally received by the community as a nod to the game's foundational mechanics and the enduring appeal of traditional creature archetypes.