Forerunner of the Empire
Magic: The Gathering | Rivals of Ixalan - Singles
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| Rarity | U |
| Number | 102 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Rivals of Ixalan |
| Available | 23 items |
| From | $1.26 |
| Type | Creature — Human Soldier |
| Seller | Condition | Card price | Stock | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NM | $1.50 | 8 | ||
LPFoil | $5.99 | 1 | ||
LP | $1.26 | 3 | Unavailable | |
NM | $1.40 | 8 | Unavailable | |
NM | $1.64 | 3 | Unavailable |
About Forerunner of the Empire
Forerunner of the Empire from Rivals of Ixalan is currently available from around $0.99. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
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Card Text
When this creature enters, you may search your library for a Dinosaur card, reveal it, then shuffle and put that card on top.
Whenever a Dinosaur you control enters, you may have this creature deal 1 damage to each creature.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Forerunner of the Empire worth?
Forerunner of the Empire is currently shown on Card Synced from about $0.99 for Rivals of Ixalan. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
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Is Forerunner of the Empire legal in Commander?
Forerunner of the Empire is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern, legal in Pioneer.
Is Forerunner of the Empire legal in Modern, Pioneer, or Vintage?
This card can differ across formats. Card Synced shows a live legality snapshot from Oracle and updates it as rulings change. Use the legality table above to confirm full format details before buying.
Is Forerunner of the Empire on the Reserved List?
No. Forerunner of the Empire is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Forerunner of the Empire in-game text?
In game, Forerunner of the Empire is a Creature — Human Soldier with text that starts: "When this creature enters, you may search your library for a Dinosaur card, reveal it, then shuffle and put that card on top.".
How popular is Forerunner of the Empire in Commander decks?
Forerunner of the Empire ranks #6,376 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
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