# 2023 Magic: The Gathering The Lost Caverns of Ixalan #42

> The Vanguard of the Rose foil card (#42) from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Lost Caverns of Ixalan expansion. This Uncommon Vampire Knight features a distinctive foil finish.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2023
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: The Lost Caverns of Ixalan
- **Card number**: #42
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

The Vanguard of the Rose is a notable entry in the 2023 Magic: The Gathering set, The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. Identified as card number 42, this creature belongs to the Vampire Knight subtype and carries a mana cost of {1}{W}. Collectors appreciate this card for its strategic utility and its visual appeal as an Uncommon foil print. The card's ability allows players to sacrifice another creature or artifact to grant it indestructible status and tap it, offering tactical flexibility during gameplay. For those building collections focused on the LCI set code, this foil version stands out due to its shimmering treatment. The artwork by Alex Brock complements the card's identity within the broader Magic: The Gathering universe.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Vanguard of the Rose?

The Vanguard of the Rose has a mana cost of {1}{W}, requiring one generic mana and one white mana to cast. It has a mana value of 2.

### What type of creature is Vanguard of the Rose in Magic: The Gathering?

Vanguard of the Rose is a Vampire Knight creature card. It has a power of 3 and toughness of 1.

### What is the ability of Vanguard of the Rose?

By paying {1} and sacrificing another creature or artifact, Vanguard of the Rose gains indestructible until end of turn and becomes tapped.

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