The Arbiter of Knollridge (CM2 #17) is a Rare Giant Wizard creature from Magic: The Gathering's Commander Anthology Volume II, known for its ability to standardize player life totals.
Arbiter of Knollridge
2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander Anthology Volume II
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Description
Released in 2018, the Commander Anthology Volume II (CM2) is a staple product for fans of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, offering curated decks and single cards that have defined the Commander format. Within this set, the Arbiter of Knollridge stands out as a high-impact Rare card, carrying the card number 17 and featuring artwork by Brandon Dorman. As a seven-mana Giant Wizard, it commands attention on the battlefield with a formidable 5/5 power and toughness stat line. The card's design and mechanics make it a unique addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Possessing the vigilance keyword, it protects itself from combat damage while still contributing to board presence. Its most distinctive ability triggers upon entering the battlefield, resetting every player's life total to the highest current value. This effect can dramatically shift game dynamics, turning a potential defeat into a comeback or stabilizing a tight match. For collectors, this card represents a specific moment in Magic's history where community-driven formats influenced official releases. Whether you are building a thematic deck centered around giants, wizards, or life-total manipulation, or simply appreciate the strategic depth that Magic: The Gathering offers, the Arbiter of Knollridge is a compelling piece of the Commander Anthology Volume II. Its presence in the set highlights the game's ongoing evolution and the creative potential of its card pool. Collectors often seek out specific cards from this era to complete their sets or to appreciate the artistry and gameplay innovation of the period.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Arbiter of Knollridge
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Brandon Dorman
Card Stock
English
{6}{W}
Creature — Giant Wizard
5 / 5
W
Card Text
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Vigilance When this creature enters, each player's life total becomes the highest life total among all players.
Though giants are mortal, they live so long and on such a grand scale that many small folk don't believe they ever truly die.
FAQ
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What type of creature is the Arbiter of Knollridge?
The Arbiter of Knollridge is a Creature — Giant Wizard with a mana value of 7. It has a power and toughness of 5/5 and costs six white mana plus one generic mana to cast.
What is the main ability of Arbiter of Knollridge?
When the Arbiter of Knollridge enters the battlefield, each player's life total becomes the highest life total among all players. It also has vigilance, allowing it to attack without blocking.
In which set was the Arbiter of Knollridge originally released?
This card was released in the Commander Anthology Volume II set in 2018, identified by the set code CM2. It is a Rare card within that collection.
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