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Elite Scaleguard
CM2 · Commander Anthology Volume II #27 · Uncommon · released 2018-06-08
{4}{W}
Creature — Human Soldier
When this creature enters, bolster 2. (Choose a creature with the least toughness among creatures you control and put two +1/+1 counters on it.)
Whenever a creature you control with a +1/+1 counter on it attacks, tap target creature defending player controls.
Elite Scaleguard is an uncommon white creature from Commander Anthology Volume II (2018). It has been printed 9 times across 9 sets, from 2015 to 2024. Recent market prices range from $0.08 to $0.77 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
USD$0.24
Format legality
Where you can play Elite Scaleguard in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
All printings (9)
Prices range from $0.08 to $0.77 across finishes. Cheapest printing: The List at $0.08.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fate Reforged | 12 | Uncommon | $0.15 | $0.77 |
| Commander 2016 | 65 | Uncommon | $0.28 | — |
| Commander Anthology Volume II This page | 27 | Uncommon | $0.24 | — |
| Zendikar Rising Commander | 14 | Uncommon | $0.23 | — |
| Commander 2021 | 91 | Uncommon | $0.30 | — |
| Midnight Hunt Commander | 85 | Uncommon | $0.21 | — |
| March of the Machine Commander | 181 | Uncommon | $0.26 | — |
| Commander Masters | 22 | Uncommon | $0.26 | $0.19 |
| The List | CM2-27 | Uncommon | $0.08 | — |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (2).
- 2014-11-24Bolster itself doesn't target any creature, though some spells and abilities that bolster may have other effects that target creatures. For example, you could put counters on a creature with protection from white with Abzan Skycaptain's bolster ability.
- 2014-11-24You determine which creature to put counters on as the spell or ability that instructs you to bolster resolves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Elite Scaleguard legal in Commander?
Yes — Elite Scaleguard is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Elite Scaleguard legal in?
Elite Scaleguard is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander and Oathbreaker.
How many times has Elite Scaleguard been printed?
Elite Scaleguard has been printed 9 times across 9 sets, from 2015 to 2024.
What is the cheapest printing of Elite Scaleguard?
The cheapest printing is The List (#CM2-27) at about $0.08.
Who illustrated Elite Scaleguard?
This printing of Elite Scaleguard was illustrated by Steve Prescott.