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Sylvan Advocate is a foil Rare card from Magic: The Gathering's 2016 Oath of the Gatewatch expansion, featuring a 2/3 Elf Druid Ally with powerful land-based buffs.

Sylvan Advocate

2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Oath of the Gatewatch

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Product Overview

Description

Sylvan Advocate, card number 144 in the 2016 Oath of the Gatewatch expansion, stands out as a highly sought-after foil Rare in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Illustrated by Volkan Baǵa, this green creature card brings a distinct strategic presence to any collection or deck. As an Elf Druid Ally with a mana value of two, it offers efficient gameplay value while maintaining the premium aesthetic of the foil finish. The card’s rules text provides a unique advantage that appeals to collectors and players alike. Sylvan Advocate possesses the vigilance keyword, allowing it to block without tapping. More significantly, it features a powerful conditional ability: as long as the controller commands six or more lands, Sylvan Advocate and other land creatures gain a substantial +2/+2 boost. This synergy with land-heavy strategies makes it a versatile addition to the Oath of the Gatewatch set, which focuses heavily on the aftermath of a massive multiversal war. Collecting this card allows enthusiasts to appreciate the intricate design of the OGW set while securing a functional piece of Magic history. The foil treatment enhances the visual appeal, making it a standout piece for display or gameplay. Whether you are building a themed Elf deck or simply acquiring key cards from the 2016 era, Sylvan Advocate represents a solid investment for any serious collector. Its combination of mechanical utility and premium finish ensures it remains a favorite among Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2016

Series

Oath of the Gatewatch

Card Number

#144

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Volkan Baǵa

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{1}{G}

Type

Creature — Elf Druid Ally

Power / Toughness

2 / 3

Color

G

Card Text

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Vigilance As long as you control six or more lands, this creature and land creatures you control get +2/+2.

"The land gives of itself. Its abundance provides, even in times of chaos."

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What is Sylvan Advocate's mana cost and type in Magic: The Gathering?

Sylvan Advocate costs one generic mana and one green mana to cast. It is classified as a Creature — Elf Druid Ally with a power and toughness of 2/3.

How does Sylvan Advocate's ability work in gameplay?

Sylvan Advocate has vigilance, meaning it can block without tapping. Its second ability grants a +2/+2 boost to itself and other land creatures you control, but only if you control six or more lands.

Which set and year was Sylvan Advocate released?

Sylvan Advocate was released in 2016 as part of the Oath of the Gatewatch (OGW) expansion for Magic: The Gathering.

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