The 1999 Mercadian Masques release to find Henge Guardian, card number 297. This Uncommon Artifact Creature — Dragon Wurm is illustrated by Chippy.
Henge Guardian
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Mercadian Masques
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Henge Guardian (card #297) is a notable Uncommon card from the 1999 Mercadian Masques expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Created by artist Chippy, this Artifact Creature — Dragon Wurm brings a unique mechanical identity to the set. With a mana cost of five, the creature enters the battlefield with power and toughness of 3/4. Its primary ability allows the controller to pay two mana to give it trample until the end of the turn, offering strategic versatility during gameplay. The card's flavor text reflects on the enduring nature of Thran relics, noting that the wurm engine continued to operate long after its creators were gone. Collectors often seek out Mercadian Masques cards to complete their sets or to build specific themes within the game. The Mercadian Masques release remains a significant part of Magic: The Gathering history, and Henge Guardian is a key component for enthusiasts of the era. The card's design and mechanics make it a staple for those interested in the strategic depth of the Mercadian Masques block.
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Henge Guardian
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Chippy
Card Stock
English
{5}
Artifact Creature — Dragon Wurm
3 / 4
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{2}: This creature gains trample until end of turn.
Like so many Thran relics, the wurm engine kept operating long after its creators were gone.