Spectral Gateguards (Card #37) from the 2012 Avacyn Restored expansion, featuring a Soulbond ability that grants Vigilance to paired creatures.
Spectral Gateguards
2012 • Magic: The Gathering • Avacyn Restored
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Spectral Gateguards is a white creature card from the Magic: The Gathering 2012 set, Avacyn Restored. Identified as card number 37 in the Avacyn Restored expansion, this common card features artwork by Wayne England and serves as a foundational piece for decks focused on white mana strategies. The card is classified as a Spirit Soldier with a mana cost of four generic mana and one white mana, resulting in a mana value of five. Its power and toughness are listed at 2 and 5, respectively, providing a resilient presence on the battlefield. The primary mechanical appeal of Spectral Gateguards lies in its Soulbond ability. This mechanic allows the card to pair with another unpaired creature when it enters the battlefield, creating a lasting bond as long as both remain under your control. The strategic value of this pairing is significant: while paired, both creatures gain Vigilance, allowing them to attack without tapping. This synergy makes Spectral Gateguards a versatile option for collectors who appreciate interactive gameplay mechanics and strategic depth in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. For collectors, the Avacyn Restored set holds a distinct place in the history of Magic: The Gathering, offering a cohesive design language and thematic consistency. Spectral Gateguards represents a key component for those building sets or seeking cards with specific creature types and abilities. The card's straightforward yet effective design, combined with its utility in paired creature strategies, makes it a notable entry in the Avacyn Restored collection. Whether you are a seasoned collector or just starting your journey into the Magic: The Gathering universe, Spectral Gateguards offers a compelling addition to your portfolio, blending artistic merit with functional gameplay.
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Spectral Gateguards
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Wayne England
Card Stock
English
{4}{W}
Creature — Spirit Soldier
2 / 5
W
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Soulbond (You may pair this creature with another unpaired creature when either enters. They remain paired for as long as you control both of them.) As long as this creature is paired with another creature, both creatures have vigilance.
