Vigilant Drake

Description

Vigilant Drake is a five-mana blue creature from Magic: The Gathering's 2000 Beatdown Box Set, designated as card number 17. This product represents a core component of the set's aggressive blue strategy, offering collectors a tangible piece of early 2000s TCG history. The card features a mana cost of {4}{U} and possesses the flying ability, allowing it to evade most ground-based blockers while delivering consistent damage. Its ability to untap itself for an additional {2}{U} provides strategic flexibility in gameplay, making it a functional and collectible asset for enthusiasts of the format. Illustrated by Greg Staples, this common rarity card serves as a foundational element for those building vintage-inspired decks or completing the Beatdown Box Set collection. The Beatdown Box Set was designed to introduce players to the competitive aspects of Magic: The Gathering, and Vigilant Drake exemplifies the power and complexity of the blue mana color identity. Collectors often seek out specific card numbers and artist variants to round out their sets, making this product a relevant target for completionists. Whether you are expanding your library or focusing on the artistic contributions of Greg Staples, this card offers a distinct connection to the era's design philosophy and mechanical depth.