The Blade Instructor foil card from Magic: The Gathering's 2018 Guilds of Ravnica expansion. This foil version of card #1 features the Mentor ability and is a sought-after addition for collectors of the Ravnica block.
Blade Instructor
2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Guilds of Ravnica
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Description
The Blade Instructor stands as card number 1 in the Guilds of Ravnica expansion, released by Wizards of the Coast in 2018. As a white common creature, this Human Soldier card is notable for its Mentor ability, which allows players to enhance other attacking creatures by placing +1/+1 counters on them during combat. The foil treatment adds a distinctive shimmer to the card, making it a visually appealing choice for those building complete sets or seeking specific parallel variants. Collectors often target low-numbered cards like #1 for their historical significance within the set's chronology. Whether you are looking to complete a set or add a foil staple to your collection, this card offers a tangible connection to one of Magic's most beloved settings. The combination of its early set position and the foil finish makes it a persistent favorite among players and collectors alike.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Blade Instructor
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Zoltan Boros
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{W}
Creature — Human Soldier
3 / 1
W
Card Text
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Mentor (Whenever this creature attacks, put a +1/+1 counter on target attacking creature with lesser power.)
"Watch carefully. The gap between death and victory is thinner than your blade."