Benalish Partisan

Description

The Benalish Partisan is a Rare Human Soldier card from the 2021 Jumpstart: Historic Horizons expansion, carrying the set code J21 and card number 3. Designed by Francisco Miyara, this Magic: The Gathering trading card game card features a mana cost of {1}{W} and a mana value of 2, making it an efficient white creature for collectors and players alike. As a member of the Human Soldier subtype, the card embodies the disciplined military aesthetic often associated with the Benalish identity within the game's lore. The card's mechanical identity centers on its Lifelink ability, which ensures that any damage dealt by the creature also heals its controller. This defensive trait is complemented by a unique graveyard interaction: whenever you cycle another card, you may pay {1}{W} to return the Benalish Partisan from your graveyard to the battlefield tapped. Once on the battlefield through this method, it perpetually receives a +1/+0 power boost, allowing it to grow stronger over the course of a game. The card also possesses the Cycling ability for {1}{W}, providing additional flexibility in hand management. For collectors, the Jumpstart: Historic Horizons set represents a significant release in the Magic: The Gathering catalog, offering a curated experience that bridges historical card designs with modern gameplay. The Benalish Partisan stands out as a staple of this release, appealing to those who appreciate creature cards with resilient defensive capabilities and versatile utility. Its straightforward yet effective design makes it a memorable piece for any Magic: The Gathering collection, particularly for enthusiasts focusing on white-aligned strategies or completing the Jumpstart: Historic Horizons subset.