Spectral Gateguards is a common creature card from the 2016 Duel Decks: Blessed vs. Cursed set, featuring the Soulbond mechanic for paired defense.
Spectral Gateguards
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Duel Decks: Blessed vs. Cursed
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Spectral Gateguards is a five-mana Spirit Soldier creature featured in Magic: The Gathering's Duel Decks: Blessed vs. Cursed set, released in 2016. As card number 19 in the DDQ set code, this common rarity card offers collectors a tangible piece of the era's competitive design philosophy. The card's mechanical identity centers on the Soulbond ability, which allows the Spirit to pair with another creature upon entering the battlefield. Once paired, both creatures gain vigilance, providing a defensive utility that appeals to builders focusing on creature-heavy strategies. Designed by Wayne England, the card serves as a key component for enthusiasts completing the full Duel Decks: Blessed vs. Cursed catalog. Its distinct white mana identity and Spirit subtype make it a recognizable asset for those tracking specific set expansions. For collectors, owning a copy of Spectral Gateguards represents an interest in the strategic depth of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. The card's straightforward rules text and impactful board presence continue to draw attention from players and completists alike. Whether used for nostalgic play or set building, Spectral Gateguards remains a notable entry in the Duel Decks series.
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Spectral Gateguards
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Wayne England
Card Stock
English
{4}{W}
Creature — Spirit Soldier
2 / 5
W
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Soulbond (You may pair this creature with another unpaired creature when either enters. They remain paired for as long as you control both of them.) As long as this creature is paired with another creature, both creatures have vigilance.