Loxodon Hierarch

Description

Loxodon Hierarch, card number 214, stands as a notable creature in the 2005 Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion for Magic: The Gathering. This rare card belongs to the Golgari and Izzet guilds, blending green and white mana to create a formidable Elephant Cleric. Designed by artist Kev Walker, the card features a mana value of four, requiring {2}{G}{W} to cast, and boasts a sturdy 4/4 power and toughness stat line that makes it a resilient presence on the battlefield. The card’s primary identity lies in its versatile abilities. Upon entering play, Loxodon Hierarch provides immediate value by gaining the controller four life, a crucial advantage in longer games. Furthermore, its activated ability allows players to sacrifice the creature to regenerate all other creatures they control. This regeneration effect offers strategic flexibility, allowing commanders to protect their army from destruction or removal. The flavor text, "I have lived long, and I remember how this city once was. If my death serves to bring back the Ravnica in my memory, then so be it," adds depth to the character's lore within the Ravnica setting. Collectors often seek out Loxodon Hierarch for its historical significance within the Ravnica block. As part of the original Ravnica: City of Guilds set, identified by the set code RAV, this card represents a pivotal era in Magic: The Gathering's expansion history. Enthusiasts of the TCG appreciate the card for its unique creature types and its role in the guild-based mechanics introduced during this period. Whether building a thematic deck focused on the Elephants or Clerics, or simply adding a rare piece to a set collection, this card holds a distinct place in the game's archive.