River Herald Scout #72 is a Common Merfolk Scout creature from the 2023 Magic: The Gathering set The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. It features a {1}{U} mana cost and a unique exploration ability.
River Herald Scout
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lost Caverns of Ixalan
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River Herald Scout, designated as card number 72, is a Common creature from the 2023 Magic: The Gathering expansion The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. Designed as a Merfolk Scout, this card enters the battlefield with a mana cost of {1}{U} and serves as a versatile early-game option for players seeking to establish board presence efficiently. Its Power and Toughness are set at 1/2, making it a lightweight unit that relies on its triggered ability to provide value. The card's primary function activates upon entry, allowing the controller to explore the top card of their library. This mechanic enables the player to reveal the top card; if it is a land, it is added directly to their hand, otherwise, the Scout gains a +1/+1 counter before the card is either returned to the library or placed in the graveyard. This design encourages deck builders to integrate land search strategies into their decks, offering a balance between card advantage and permanent enhancement. Whether you are building a casual deck or aiming to complete your collection, River Herald Scout offers a solid foundation for any Merfolk or exploration-focused strategy in Magic: The Gathering.
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River Herald Scout
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Josu Hernaiz
Card Stock
English
{1}{U}
Creature — Merfolk Scout
1 / 2
U
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When this creature enters, it explores. (Reveal the top card of your library. Put that card into your hand if it's a land. Otherwise, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature, then put the card back or put it into your graveyard.)
"Don't worry, little swimmers. I'm here for the ruins, not you."
