The Salvager of Ruin is an Uncommon Artifact Creature from Magic: The Gathering's 2019 Core Set, offering strategic graveyard recursion for Construct decks.
Salvager of Ruin
2019 • Magic: The Gathering • Core Set
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The Salvager of Ruin, designated as card number 237 in the Core Set (M20), represents a pivotal piece of artifact synergy in Magic: The Gathering's 2019 release. As an Uncommon Artifact Creature — Construct with a mana value of three, this card provides a reliable mechanism for resource recovery. Its ability allows players to sacrifice the construct to return a target permanent from the graveyard to their hand, provided it was put there from the battlefield that turn. This functionality makes it a valuable tool for building cohesive strategies centered around artifact recursion and graveyard interaction. Collected by enthusiasts of the Magic trading card game, this card reflects the design philosophy of the Core Set 2019, which focused on accessible gameplay and powerful, standalone mechanics. The artwork by James Paick brings the Construct to life, capturing the industrial aesthetic typical of the set's era. For collectors, the Salvager of Ruin is a key component for those completing the M20 set or seeking cards that support Construct-themed decks. Its status as an Uncommon rarity ensures it is accessible yet distinct within the collection hierarchy. Whether you are a seasoned player looking to enhance your artifact strategies or a collector aiming to complete the Core Set 2019 checklist, the Salvager of Ruin offers both mechanical utility and collector appeal. It stands as a testament to the enduring creativity of Magic: The Gathering, where even simple constructs can have profound impacts on gameplay. Integrating this card into your collection supports the rich tapestry of the Magic universe, where every artifact tells a story of invention and purpose.
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Card Details
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Salvager of Ruin
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
James Paick
Card Stock
English
{3}
Artifact Creature — Construct
2 / 1
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Sacrifice this creature: Choose target permanent card in your graveyard that was put there from the battlefield this turn. Return it to your hand.
"The next model should be able to achieve a rescue without self-destruction." —Sargis Haz, artificer






