The 2009 Zendikar Uncommon enchantment Quest for the Holy Relic (#33) enables players to search their library for an Equipment card after accumulating quest counters.
Quest for the Holy Relic
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Zendikar
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Released in 2009 as card number 33 from the Zendikar set, Quest for the Holy Relic is a white Enchantment that plays a pivotal role in equipment-focused strategies. Designed by Greg Staples, this Uncommon card from the Zendikar block offers a reliable method to retrieve powerful gear from the deck. The card requires a single white mana to cast, making it an efficient early-game option for players looking to establish board presence through attachments. The mechanics of Quest for the Holy Relic revolve around a unique counter system. Whenever a creature spell is cast, the controller has the option to place a quest counter on this enchantment. Once five of these counters are accumulated, the card provides a significant advantage: by sacrificing the enchantment, the player can search their library for an Equipment card, put it onto the battlefield, and attach it to a creature they control. This effect shuffles the library afterward, maintaining deck integrity while delivering a specific tool to the field. For collectors, this card represents a staple from one of Magic: The Gathering's most beloved expansions. Owning this card allows enthusiasts to complete their Zendikar collection or build themed decks that rely on the synergy between creatures and equipment. It serves as a foundational piece for players interested in the tactical interplay of casting creatures to fuel their equipment game plan.
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Quest for the Holy Relic
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Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Greg Staples
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English
{W}
Enchantment
W
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Whenever you cast a creature spell, you may put a quest counter on this enchantment. Remove five quest counters from this enchantment and sacrifice it: Search your library for an Equipment card, put it onto the battlefield, attach it to a creature you control, then shuffle.
