The Wicked Guardian is a common Human Noble creature from Magic: The Gathering's 2019 Throne of Eldraine expansion, featuring a strategic draw-power mechanic.
2019 • Magic: The Gathering • Throne of Eldraine
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The Wicked Guardian, designated as card number 109, is a staple common creature from the 2019 Magic: The Gathering Throne of Eldraine expansion. Illustrated by Matt Stewart, this card represents the Human Noble subtype within the set's fairytale-inspired aesthetic. As a black mana card with a mana value of four, it demands strategic resource management while offering immediate board impact. Gameplay for the Wicked Guardian centers on a calculated risk-reward mechanic. When the creature enters the battlefield, players can choose to sacrifice another creature they control to deal two damage to it. If this effect resolves, the controller draws a card. This ability allows deck builders to cycle through their library by using weaker creatures as fuel, making it a functional tool in many black-aligned strategies. The card’s 4/2 power and toughness provide a solid presence on the board, capable of trading effectively with many early-game threats. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards often seek out specific cards from the Throne of Eldraine set to complete their collections or to appreciate the distinct art and design language of the era. The Wicked Guardian serves as an essential piece for those building thematic decks or simply assembling a comprehensive library of the set. Its straightforward yet impactful rules text makes it a favorite among players who appreciate tactical depth in their common cards. Whether you are a long-time veteran of the game or new to the hobby, adding this card to your collection provides both nostalgic value and practical utility in casual play.
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Wicked Guardian
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Matt Stewart
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English
{3}{B}
Creature — Human Noble
4 / 2
B
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When this creature enters, you may have it deal 2 damage to another creature you control. If you do, draw a card.
"Some are born to greatness. You were born to scrub greatness's floors."
FAQ
The Wicked Guardian has a mana cost of {3}{B}, requiring three generic mana and one black mana to cast. It has a total mana value of four.
When the Wicked Guardian enters the battlefield, you may have it deal 2 damage to another creature you control. If you do, you draw a card.
The Wicked Guardian is a common card in the Throne of Eldraine expansion, making it one of the more frequently printed cards from the set.
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