Master the Skies with Westgate Regent
Westgate Regent embodies the cunning and resilience of the vampires of the Forgotten Realms. This 4/4 flyer does not simply glide above the battlefield; it grows stronger with each strike, literally feeding on the pain it inflicts. The ward ability demands your opponent pay a price—discard a card—to even block this menace, making it a formidable presence that can easily dominate the airspace. Its synergy thrives in decks that capitalize on card advantage and incremental growth, often pairing well with sacrifice outlets or other discard-themed strategies that turn the ward cost into a mutual resource drain.
Strategically, Westgate Regent brings a blend of offense and defense. Its flying makes it a natural evader, and the +1/+1 counters it accumulates create a snowball effect that punishes opponents who fail to deal with it quickly. This card fits neatly into midrange or control decks that want a steady threat growing over time, and its foil showcase version adds a collector’s allure without compromising its battlefield prowess. Whether you’re rallying your vampire kin or just looking for a powerful presence, Westgate Regent commands attention in any skirmish.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {3}{B}{B}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Vampire
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Flying
Ward — Discard a card.
Whenever Westgate Regent deals combat damage to a player, put that many +1/+1 counters on it.
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Power / Toughness: 4/4
