Trophy Hunter

Description

Trophy Hunter is a 2005 Magic: The Gathering card from the Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion, designated as card number 187 in the RAV set. Produced by Wizards of the Coast, this Uncommon creature carries the distinctive Foil treatment, adding a shimmering finish to the card's surface. Illustrated by rk post, the card depicts a Human Archer ready to engage airborne threats. As a green creature with a mana cost of {2}{G} and a mana value of 3, Trophy Hunter boasts a Power/Toughness of 2/3. Its gameplay centers around a specialized interaction with flying creatures. Players can activate its ability for {1}{G} to deal 1 damage to a target creature with flying. The card features a powerful triggered ability: whenever a creature with flying dealt damage by Trophy Hunter this turn dies, it receives a +1/+1 counter. This mechanic allows the card to scale in power during games where it successfully trades against fliers, making it a tactical tool for controlling the air. Collectors often seek out cards from the Ravnica: City of Guilds set for their intricate world-building and diverse color pie representation. The Foil version of Trophy Hunter stands out as a desirable variant for those who appreciate the visual polish of foil treatments in older Magic sets. Whether completing a set of Ravnica commons and uncommons or hunting for specific creature types like Archers, this card offers a solid piece of Magic history. Its enduring design and functional gameplay ensure it remains a recognizable part of the Ravnica catalog.