The 2009 Magic 2010 Captain of the Watch foil card (#6) is a 6-mana Rare Human Soldier creature featuring vigilance and token-generating abilities.
Captain of the Watch
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic 2010
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Description
The Magic 2010 Captain of the Watch foil card, numbered 6 in the M10 set, is a six-mana Rare Human Soldier creature card. Released in 2009, this card serves as a foundational element for white-aligned strategies within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. With a mana value of 6, it demands significant investment to cast, but offers substantial board presence upon entry. The card features artwork by Greg Staples. As a creature with the types Human and Soldier, Captain of the Watch interacts directly with other Soldier cards on the battlefield. Its printed abilities grant vigilance to all Soldier creatures you control, a critical defensive mechanic that allows your army to attack without tapping. Furthermore, it boosts the power and toughness of your Soldiers by +1/+1, significantly strengthening your board state. When this card enters the battlefield, it creates three 1/1 white Soldier creature tokens, providing immediate value and expanding your options for future turns. This foil version of the card is part of the M10 set. The card's specific number, 6, places it early in the base checklist, making it a recognizable piece for those building their Magic 2010 collection., you can find various examples of this card, each offering a unique opportunity to add a functional and visually striking piece to your collection. The card is a Rare from the Magic 2010 set. Its combination of board-wide buffs and token generation makes it a versatile choice in constructed formats. The foil treatment adds an extra layer of collectibility, distinguishing it from the non-foil base version. Explore the diverse selection available to find the perfect copy for your shelf.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Captain of the Watch
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Greg Staples
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{W}{W}
Creature — Human Soldier
3 / 3
W
Card Text
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Vigilance (Attacking doesn't cause this creature to tap.) Other Soldier creatures you control get +1/+1 and have vigilance. When this creature enters, create three 1/1 white Soldier creature tokens.
FAQ
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What are the abilities of Captain of the Watch?
Captain of the Watch grants vigilance to all Soldier creatures you control and gives them +1/+1. When it enters the battlefield, it creates three 1/1 white Soldier creature tokens.
Is Captain of the Watch a Rare card?
Yes, Captain of the Watch is a Rare card in the Magic 2010 (M10) set. It has a mana value of 6 and costs {4}{W}{W} to cast.
Who illustrated the Magic 2010 Captain of the Watch card?
The artwork for the Magic 2010 Captain of the Watch card was created by Greg Staples. The foil version features a shimmering finish over this illustration.
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