The 2016 Magic: The Gathering Treasure Chest foil Recruiter of the Guard (#5), a rare creature card designed to help players search their library for low-toughness targets.
Recruiter of the Guard
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Treasure Chest
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The Recruiter of the Guard stands as a pivotal white creature in the 2016 Magic: The Gathering Treasure Chest collection, bearing the catalog number 5. Printed in a distinctive foil finish, this card captures the attention of collectors who appreciate the visual sheen and the strategic depth of the game's early mechanics. As a Human Soldier, it offers a simple yet effective ability that allows players to search their library for a creature card with toughness two or less, revealing it to their hand before shuffling. This functionality makes it a staple in many constructed formats and a favorite for players building decks focused on early-game aggression or creature synergies. Collecting this card involves more than just acquiring a piece of paper; it is about securing a piece of TCG history. The Treasure Chest set was released to bring older, beloved cards to a wider audience, and the foil treatment adds a layer of premium appeal for those who value presentation alongside gameplay utility. The artist, Jason Rainville, brings his signature style to the piece, creating an image that resonates with fans of the fantasy genre. Whether you are looking to complete a set of foil rares or simply want to add a versatile white card to your collection, the Recruiter of the Guard delivers on both fronts. Its low mana cost of {2}{W} and mana value of 3 make it an efficient play, while its foil finish ensures it stands out in any binder or deck box. The card’s design emphasizes clarity and impact, allowing the text and mana symbols to pop against the shimmering background. This balance of form and function is what makes Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards so enduringly popular among hobbyists and casual players alike. By focusing on the card's identity and its role within the Treasure Chest set, collectors can appreciate the value it brings to their personal library without worrying about market fluctuations or inventory scarcity.
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Card Details
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Recruiter of the Guard
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Jason Rainville
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{W}
Creature — Human Soldier
1 / 1
W
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When this creature enters, you may search your library for a creature card with toughness 2 or less, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle.
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