Guardian of the Forgotten: Vigilant 4/4
From the Modern Horizons 3 set, Guardian of the Forgotten stands as a solid frontline option. This uncommon Elephant Warrior brings a reliable 4/4 with vigilance, offering dependable presence whether you are advancing or blocking. Its key ability triggers when a modified creature you control dies, manifesting the top card of your library. The printed reminder clarifies that Equipment, Auras you control, and counters count as modifications, encouraging builds that lean into permanents that buff or augment your team.
In practical terms the Guardian turns losses into future value, creating a steady stream of potential threats or blockers from the top of your deck. It rewards a patient, modification-centric approach without sacrificing a sturdy body on the battlefield. The artwork depicts a battle ready elephant armed with a crystalline staff, standing firm across a frozen landscape and embodying the role of a steadfast guardian in any well paced plan.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {3}{W}
- Card Type: Creature
- Subtypes: Elephant Warrior
- Card Text (Printed): Vigilance
Whenever a modified creature you control dies, manifest the top card of your library. (Equipment, Auras you control, and counters are modifications. To manifest a card, put the top card of your library onto the battlefield face down as a 2/2 creature. Turn it face up any time for its mana cost if it's a creature card.)
- Power / Toughness: 4/4
