The Deploy the Gatewatch mythic rare sorcery from Magic: The Gathering's 2016 Eldritch Moon expansion. This foil card is card number 20 in the set.
Deploy the Gatewatch
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Eldritch Moon
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Description
Deploy the Gatewatch stands as a powerful white mana sorcery within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, originating from the 2016 Eldritch Moon expansion. As card number 20 in the set, this release carries the highest rarity tier, designated as a mythic rare, and features a distinct foil finish that appeals to collectors seeking premium versions of the set. From a gameplay perspective, this card requires a mana cost of four generic mana and two white mana, resulting in a total mana value of six. Its primary function allows a player to look at the top seven cards of their library and put up to two planeswalker cards directly onto the battlefield. The remaining cards are returned to the bottom of the library in a random order, making it a potent tool for accelerating planeswalker deployment in strategic deck builds. For Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts, collecting cards from the Eldritch Moon set offers a glimpse into a pivotal era of the game's design. This card, illustrated by Wesley Burt, is highly sought after by players looking to strengthen their white-based strategies. Whether you are building a competitive deck or expanding your collection of mythic rare cards, this foil version provides both aesthetic appeal and mechanical utility. The card's design reflects the thematic elements of the Eldritch Moon set, focusing on the interplay between human planeswalkers and the darker aspects of the Ravnica guilds. Collectors often prioritize foil mythic rares for their visual impact and relative scarcity compared to non-foil versions. The combination of the card's powerful effect and its premium treatment makes it a standout piece in any Magic: The Gathering collection. As a key component of the Eldritch Moon set, Deploy the Gatewatch remains a relevant and desirable card for both casual and serious players alike.
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Deploy the Gatewatch
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Wesley Burt
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{W}{W}
Sorcery
W
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Look at the top seven cards of your library. Put up to two planeswalker cards from among them onto the battlefield. Put the rest on the bottom of your library in a random order.
Gideon and Liliana may not have seen eye to eye, but that did not stop them from fighting side by side.






