# 2026 Magic: The Gathering Foundations #172

> Sarkhan, Dragon Ascendant is a Rare 2026 card from the Magic: The Gathering Foundations Commander subset, featuring a 2/2 Human Druid.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2026
- **Brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set**: Foundations
- **Subset**: Commander
- **Subset Type**: Subset
- **Card Number**: 172
- **Featured**: Sarkhan, Dragon Ascendant
- **Game**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Rarity**: Rare
- **Mana cost**: {1}{R}
- **Type**: Legendary Creature — Human Druid
- **Power / Toughness**: 2 / 2
- **Color**: R
- **Language**: English
- **Material**: Card Stock
- **Finish**: Normal

## Description

Sarkhan, Dragon Ascendant (#172) is a Rare Legendary Creature — Human Druid from the 2026 Magic: The Gathering Foundations Commander subset. Designed by Billy Christian, this card features a mana cost of {1}{R} and enters the battlefield as a 2/2 creature. The card functions as a flexible engine for dragon-focused strategies. Upon entering the battlefield, you may behold a Dragon to create a Treasure token. Beholding a Dragon involves choosing a Dragon you already control or revealing a Dragon card from your hand.

The card’s secondary ability triggers whenever a Dragon you control enters the battlefield. This effect places a +1/+1 counter on Sarkhan and transforms him into a Dragon with flying until end of turn. This synergy allows the Druid to grow in power while providing temporary evasion and type-changing utility. As a key component in the Foundations set, this card appeals to players building commander decks that utilize dragon tribal mechanics. The card number 172 places it within the base checklist of the Commander subset. This card is number 172 in the Foundations Commander subset. The combination of mana acceleration through Treasure generation and incremental board presence makes it a notable addition to any dragon-centric strategy.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Sarkhan, Dragon Ascendant?

The mana cost for Sarkhan, Dragon Ascendant is {1}{R}, requiring one generic mana and one red mana to cast.

### What abilities does Sarkhan, Dragon Ascendant have?

When Sarkhan enters the battlefield, you may behold a Dragon to create a Treasure token. Whenever a Dragon you control enters, you may put a +1/+1 counter on Sarkhan and make it a Dragon with flying until end of turn.

### What is the power and toughness of Sarkhan, Dragon Ascendant?

Sarkhan, Dragon Ascendant has a power and toughness of 2/2.

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