Defiant Vanguard is an Uncommon foil card from the 2000 Nemesis set, featuring distinct Rebel creature mechanics and Pete Venters' artwork.
Defiant Vanguard
2000 • Magic: The Gathering • Nemesis
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Defiant Vanguard, card number 7 from the Nemesis expansion, is a white Uncommon creature that defined Rebel synergy in Magic: The Gathering's early 2000s era. Released in 2000, this foil version showcases Pete Venters' illustration of the Human Rebel, capturing the aggressive tone of the set's storyline. As a three-mana cost card, it offers immediate board presence with a 2/2 body while providing strategic depth through its unique abilities. Collectors value this card for its role in Rebel tribal decks, where its ability to destroy blocked creatures and search for other Rebel permanents creates powerful board states. The foil treatment adds visual appeal, making it a desirable addition to any Nemesis collection. Whether building a Commander deck or completing a set, Defiant Vanguard represents a key piece of Magic history. Its enduring design and gameplay mechanics continue to attract fans of the format. The combination of strategic utility and foil finish makes it a standout in the Uncommon slot. Enthusiasts of the Rebel archetype will appreciate its consistent performance and nostalgic charm.
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Defiant Vanguard
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Pete Venters
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{W}
Creature — Human Rebel
2 / 2
W
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When this creature blocks, at end of combat, destroy it and all creatures it blocked this turn. {5}, {T}: Search your library for a Rebel permanent card with mana value 4 or less, put it onto the battlefield, then shuffle.