Sylvan Advocate
Oath of the Gatewatch Promos 144s • rare
- Set
- Oath of the Gatewatch Promos
- Collector number
- 144s
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- Volkan Baǵa
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
Vigilance
As long as you control six or more lands, this creature and land creatures you control get +2/+2.
"The land gives of itself. Its abundance provides, even in times of chaos."
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Sylvan Advocate was originally released in the 2016 Magic: The Gathering expansion Oath of the Gatewatch. The card was designed as a powerful two-drop creature for green-based midrange decks, reflecting the set's mechanical focus on synergistic land-based abilities. As an 'Oath of the Gatewatch Promo' with collector number 144s, this specific variant features distinct alternate art by artist Slawomir Maniak, who rendered the woodland guardian in a dynamic, defensive posture that aligns with its function as a scaling threat.
The card was received positively by the competitive community, quickly becoming a staple in Standard formats due to its ability to buff 'man-lands' and provide late-game utility. The promo version was distributed primarily through event participation or as a promotional incentive, making it a sought-after aesthetic upgrade for players. Its design captures the essence of Zendikar’s struggle, emphasizing the bond between the forest and its protector through a crisp, illustrative style that contrasts with the more chaotic artwork found in the broader set.
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