Armory Guard, card number 2 from the 2012 Return to Ravnica expansion. This Magic: The Gathering creature offers strategic value with its unique vigilance ability tied to Gate control.
Armory Guard
2012 • Magic: The Gathering • Return to Ravnica
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Armory Guard holds the second slot in the 2012 Return to Ravnica expansion, serving as a foundational white creature for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. As a Giant Soldier with a mana cost of four, this card provides a sturdy defensive presence on the battlefield. Its primary mechanical identity revolves around vigilance, which activates only when you control a Gate, linking its utility to the specific tribal themes of the Ravnica setting. Collectors often seek this card for set completion, valuing its position as the first creature in the sequence. For investors and hobbyists alike, building a complete Return to Ravnica collection involves acquiring every numbered card, making Armory Guard an essential piece for serious enthusiasts.
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Armory Guard
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Karl Kopinski
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English
{3}{W}
Creature — Giant Soldier
2 / 5
W
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This creature has vigilance as long as you control a Gate.
The Dimir agents watched from the shadows. "Eight hours, and I've yet to see him blink," Nefara hissed. "I suggest we find another way in."