Wildwood Patrol

Description

The Wildwood Patrol is a creature card from the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Ravnica: Clue Edition, identified by card number 180 in the CLU set code. As a Common rarity card, it serves as a foundational element for collectors building out the complete set or those interested in the specific aesthetic and lore of this release. The card depicts a Centaur Scout, a type of creature that blends humanoid and equine traits, fitting into the broader fantasy themes explored in the Ravnica block. From a gameplay perspective, Wildwood Patrol is a green-colored creature with a mana cost of two generic mana and one green mana, resulting in a mana value of three. It enters the battlefield with four power and two toughness, making it a resilient presence on the board. The card possesses the Trample ability, which allows the creature to deal excess combat damage to the defending player or planeswalker if the blocking creature’s toughness is insufficient to stop the full attack. This mechanic adds strategic depth, enabling players to push damage through even when facing blocking creatures. Collectors often seek out cards from the Ravnica: Clue Edition due to the unique design language and thematic elements that define this release. The inclusion of Wildwood Patrol provides a tangible connection to the world-building and narrative structure of the set. Artists like Dan Murayama Scott contribute to the distinct visual identity of the edition, though the focus for many collectors remains on the card’s role within the game’s ecosystem and its place in the catalog. Whether for completing a set or simply appreciating the art and mechanics, the Wildwood Patrol represents a specific moment in the history of Magic: The Gathering card design.