Smelt-Ward Gatekeepers is a red Human Warrior creature from the 2013 Magic: The Gathering Dragon's Maze expansion, identified as card number 39.
Smelt-Ward Gatekeepers
2013 • Magic: The Gathering • Dragon's Maze
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Smelt-Ward Gatekeepers serves as a strategic red creature within the Magic: The Gathering Dragon's Maze expansion, released in 2013. As card number 39, this Common rarity card features the iconic artwork by Daarken, depicting a formidable Human Warrior ready for battle. Mechanically, Smelt-Ward Gatekeepers brings unique value to gameplay by leveraging the Gatekeeper mechanic introduced in this set. When played, it allows the controller to temporarily seize control of an opponent's creature if two or more Gates are already on the battlefield. This ability to disrupt enemy strategies while gaining tempo makes it a memorable inclusion for players and collectors alike. For those building comprehensive Magic: The Gathering collections, adding this card to a Dragon's Maze set provides a complete picture of the expansion's creature roster. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards often seek out Smelt-Ward Gatekeepers not just for its utility, but for its place in the broader narrative of the Ravnica block. Its presence in the market represents a tangible connection to this pivotal year in trading card game history, offering a tangible piece of hobby nostalgia for dedicated enthusiasts.
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Smelt-Ward Gatekeepers
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Daarken
Card Stock
English
{3}{R}
Creature — Human Warrior
2 / 4
R
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When this creature enters, if you control two or more Gates, gain control of target creature an opponent controls until end of turn. Untap that creature. It gains haste until end of turn.