Emperor's Vanguard
Creature — Human Scout · Rare
Emperor's Vanguard is currently worth about $0.17 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom. 1 collector on RareWell holds 1 copy.
Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, it explores. (Reveal the top card of your library. Put that card into your hand if it's a land. Otherwise, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature, then put the card back or put it into your graveyard.)
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 4
- Color identity
- G
- Type line
- Creature — Human Scout
- Keywords
- Explore
- Rarity
- Rare
- First printed
- 2017
- Artist
- Victor Adame Minguez
- P/T
- 4/3
Playability
#24654 most-played card on EDHREC — Niche pick
Popularity data from EDHREC
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Prices by printing
Latest tracked estimates. Updated daily.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Nonfoil | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ixalan Promos | 189s | Rare | — | $0.33 |
| Ixalan | 189 | Rare | $0.17 | $0.01 |
Price intelligence
Ixalan Promos #189s — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | foil | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $0.33 | 2026-07-28 |
Price trend · 90 days
foil
$0.33 – $0.33 · Scryfall estimate
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Frequently asked
How much is Emperor's Vanguard worth?
Emperor's Vanguard is currently worth about $0.17 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $0.01 to $0.33 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Emperor's Vanguard printed in?
Emperor's Vanguard has been printed in 2 sets, including Ixalan Promos, Ixalan.
Can I buy Emperor's Vanguard on RareWell?
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Is Emperor's Vanguard legal in Commander?
Yes — Emperor's Vanguard is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Emperor's Vanguard legal in Modern?
Yes — Emperor's Vanguard is legal in Modern.
Is Emperor's Vanguard on the Reserved List?
No — Emperor's Vanguard is not on the Reserved List.
Printed in: Ixalan Promos · Ixalan
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