# 2016 Magic: The Gathering Treasure Chest #65775

> The Magic: The Gathering Borderland Explorer is a Common Elf Scout creature from the 2016 Treasure Chest set, featuring unique library manipulation mechanics.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2016
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Treasure Chest
- **Card number**: #65775
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

The Magic: The Gathering Borderland Explorer is a Common creature card from the 2016 Treasure Chest set, designed by Lucas Graciano. This Elf Scout enters the battlefield for a single green mana and one additional mana, costing a total of two mana to cast. With a power and toughness of three and one, the Borderland Explorer serves as a resilient presence on the board while offering significant strategic value through its triggered ability. When this creature enters the battlefield, each player has the option to discard a card from their hand. Those who choose to discard can then search their library for a basic land card, reveal it, and add it directly to their hand before shuffling their library. This interaction transforms the card into a powerful engine for mana acceleration and hand filtering, allowing players to stabilize their resources or find specific lands needed for their strategy. Collectors appreciate the Borderland Explorer for its elegant design and functional gameplay within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. As part of the Treasure Chest release, this card represents a key component for players building decks that rely on consistent land drops and efficient resource management. The card's ability to generate value upon entering the battlefield makes it a favorite among casual and competitive players alike. Whether you are building a new deck or adding to your existing library, this card provides both aesthetic appeal and mechanical depth. Explore the diverse inventory available to find the perfect additions for your Magic: The Gathering journey.

## FAQ

### What does the Borderland Explorer do in Magic: The Gathering?

When the Borderland Explorer enters the battlefield, each player may discard a card. Any player who discarded a card this way may then search their library for a basic land card, reveal it, put it into their hand, and shuffle their library.

### What are the stats of the Borderland Explorer card?

The Borderland Explorer is a Creature — Elf Scout with a mana cost of {1}{G}, a mana value of 2, and power/toughness of 3/1. It is a green card from the 2016 Treasure Chest set.

### Who illustrated the Borderland Explorer card?

The Borderland Explorer card was illustrated by Lucas Graciano and was released as part of the Magic: The Gathering Treasure Chest product line in 2016.

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