The Glory Seeker is a common white mana creature card from the 2017 Welcome Deck set, featuring artwork by Matt Cavotta.
Glory Seeker
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Welcome Deck 2017
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Description
The Glory Seeker is a common creature card from the Magic: The Gathering Welcome Deck 2017 release. Identified by card number 2 and set code W17, this white mana card enters the battlefield as a Human Soldier with two power and two toughness. The mana cost requires one generic mana and one white mana, resulting in a total mana value of two. This card serves as a foundational element for players learning the game's mechanics during the 2017 edition of the welcome series. Matt Cavotta provided the illustration for this card, which is part of the standard base checklist for the set. The flavor text describes the enlistment procedure as unsheathing a sword and pointing it at the enemy, setting the tone for the aggressive white mana strategy often found in these introductory decks. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often track these specific welcome deck releases to complete their historical understanding of the game's evolution. As a common card, Glory Seeker is widely available but holds distinct value for those interested in the specific design of the 2017 Welcome Deck. The card's simplicity makes it an excellent subject for studying the early game interactions available to new players. The card features a Human Soldier creature type with a mana cost of {1}{W} and power/toughness of 2/2. Its low mana cost and straightforward rules align with its role in the 2017 Welcome Deck introductory product.
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Glory Seeker
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Matt Cavotta
Card Stock
English
{1}{W}
Creature — Human Soldier
2 / 2
W
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"There's no contract to sign, no oath to swear. The enlistment procedure is to unsheathe your sword and point it at the enemy."
FAQ
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What type of creature is Glory Seeker?
Glory Seeker is a Human Soldier creature card in Magic: The Gathering. It has a power of 2 and toughness of 2.
What is the mana cost of Glory Seeker?
The Glory Seeker has a mana cost of one generic mana and one white mana, for a total mana value of two.
Which set does this card belong to?
This card is from the Welcome Deck 2017 set, which has the set code W17 and is card number 2 in the checklist.
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