Essence Warden is a common Elf Shaman creature from the 2014 Commander 2014 set (C14). It features a one-mana cost and a life-gain ability triggered by other creatures entering the battlefield.
2014 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander 2014
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Essence Warden, card number 194 from the Commander 2014 set, is a one-mana common creature in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. As an Elf Shaman, it enters the battlefield with one power and one toughness. The card's primary effect triggers whenever another creature enters the battlefield under your control, allowing you to gain one life. This simple mechanical function has made it a recognizable piece of the Commander 2014 release, which was designed to support singleton formats with powerful commanders. The card was illustrated by Terese Nielsen, whose artwork accompanies the printed rules text and flavor text referencing Eladamri. In the context of the Commander 2014 set, Essence Warden serves as a low-cost early-game presence that synergizes with strategies focused on board development. Its green mana cost and color identity make it compatible with decks built around the green color pie. The Commander 2014 set includes the card Essence Warden, numbered 194. Essence Warden remains a functional component for those building Elf-themed or life-gain-oriented decks within the Commander format. Its presence in the base checklist ensures it is accessible to new players and experienced commanders searching for specific cards to complete their collections. The straightforward nature of Essence Warden makes it a reliable choice for casual play and competitive commander games alike.
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Essence Warden
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Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Terese Nielsen
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English
{G}
Creature — Elf Shaman
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Whenever another creature enters, you gain 1 life.
"The more our numbers grow, the more I gain hope that Volrath and his cursed stronghold will one day fall." —Eladamri, Lord of Leaves
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