Greenwood Sentinel

Description

The Greenwood Sentinel is a Common creature card from Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2020, designated as card number 174 in the M20 set checklist. Illustrated by Johann Bodin, this card depicts a 2/2 Creature — Elf Scout with a mana cost of {1}{G} and a mana value of 2. Its primary gameplay function centers on the Vigilance keyword, which allows the creature to attack without tapping, a mechanical trait that influences how it interacts with the battlefield during a match. Collectors of trading card games often focus on the specific attributes of individual cards within a set to understand their role in the broader game ecosystem. The Greenwood Sentinel’s classification as a Common rarity places it in the base checklist, making it a standard component for those studying the design elements of Core Set 2020. The flavor text, "Within a mile of the woodland, you will feel her eyes upon you. Within its borders, you will feel her blade," provides narrative context for the Elf Scout character, adding depth to the card's identity beyond its statistical values. For enthusiasts of Magic: The Gathering, building a collection involves tracking various cards from different expansions and sets. This card from the 2019 release represents a specific point in the game's history, capturing the aesthetic and mechanical direction of the Core Set era. The combination of the Elf subtype, the Scout subtype, and the green mana identity creates a distinct profile for collectors who track creatures by their creature types or mana colors.