What set is the Initiate's Companion from?

Initiate's Companion was released in the Amonkhet expansion, which launched in 2017 as part of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. It is card number 174 in that set.

What kind of creature is Initiate's Companion?

Initiate's Companion is a Cat creature. It costs two mana to cast and has a power and toughness of 3/1, making it a relatively strong early-game attacker.

What is the special ability of Initiate's Companion?

The card has an activated ability that untaps a target creature or land whenever it deals combat damage to a player. This allows for repeated attacks or mana acceleration in gameplay.

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This catalog page covers the foil version of Initiate's Companion, a Cat creature card from the 2017 Amonkhet expansion of Magic: The Gathering.

Initiate's Companion

2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Amonkhet

2017 Magic: The Gathering Amonkhet

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The Initiate's Companion (card #174) is a foil common from the 2017 Amonkhet expansion of Magic: The Gathering. As a Cat creature with a mana cost of {1}{G}, this card offers a distinct mechanical identity within the set's ecosystem. Its ability allows players to untap a target creature or land whenever it deals combat damage, providing flexible board control options for decks focused on aggressive strategies. Collectors often seek this foil finish for its visual appeal and the nostalgic value of the Amonkhet block, which explored themes of endurance and sacrifice in a desert-themed setting. Whether you are building a collection of rare foils or focusing on specific creature types like Cats, this card represents a solid addition to any Magic: The Gathering library. The Amonkhet set remains a significant chapter in the game's history, and cards like Initiate's Companion continue to be valued for their gameplay utility and collectible status among hobbyists.

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The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

The core identity of the card within the set.

Year

2017

Brand

Magic: The Gathering

Series

Amonkhet

Card Number

#174

Featured Subject

The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.

Featured

Initiate's Companion

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.

Rarity

Common

Artist

Dan Murayama Scott

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{1}{G}

Type

Creature — Cat

Power / Toughness

3 / 1

Color

Card Text

Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.

Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, untap target creature or land.

"I'd like to say that it's our pet, but the reverse may be closer to the truth." —Ixor, initiate of Rhet crop