Ruin Raider

Description

Released in 2017 as part of the Ixalan Promos set, the Ruin Raider (card number 118p) is a Black Rare Creature — Orc Pirate in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Designed with a mana cost of {2}{B} and a mana value of 3, this card features a Power/Toughness of 3/2. The artwork is credited to Kieran Yanner, and the card carries the set code PXLN. The Ruin Raider’s gameplay centers on its Raid ability. At the beginning of the controller's end step, if the player attacked with this creature during the turn, they reveal the top card of their library and put it into their hand. In exchange for this card draw, the player loses life equal to the revealed card's mana value. This mechanic creates a strategic trade-off between resource acquisition and life total management. The Ruin Raider is a promo card from the 2017 Ixalan Promos set. This card pictures an Orc Pirate creature with a mana cost of {2}{B}. Its promotional status and specific card number make it a notable addition for enthusiasts completing set collections or gathering rare creature types. The card’s design and mechanical effect offer a unique experience within the game’s broader ecosystem. The Ruin Raider remains a key identifier for fans of the Ixalan Promos subset.