Battalion Foot Soldier

Description

Battalion Foot Soldier is a white creature card from the Magic: The Gathering 2019 Core Set, designated as card number 7 in the M20 set. Illustrated by Cristi Balanescu, this Common rarity card features the type line Creature — Human Soldier and costs two generic mana and one white mana to cast, resulting in a mana value of three. The card possesses two power and two toughness, serving as a foundational unit within the game's tactical framework. The primary appeal of this card lies in its unique triggered ability. When Battalion Foot Soldier enters the battlefield, the controller may search their library for any number of cards named Battalion Foot Soldier, reveal them, and put them into their hand before shuffling the library. This mechanic offers strategic depth, allowing players to cycle through their deck to find specific pieces or increase their board presence without relying solely on the initial draw. The flavor text, "With me! Break this line and the rest will fall!", underscores the card's thematic role as a rallying point for infantry units. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often seek out specific printings from the Core Set era to complete their collections or to build decks centered around tribal strategies. The 2019 Core Set remains a significant release for fans of the format, offering a curated selection of classic cards and new mechanics. The card's straightforward design and functional text make it a recognizable piece for anyone familiar with the white mana identity in the game.