Quick Answer

Encampment Keeper is a common Creature — Dog from PLST (PLST) costing {W}. Current price: $0.04 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Encampment Keeper MTG card

Encampment Keeper

Creature — Dog

Card Text

First strike {7}{W}, {T}, Sacrifice this creature: Creatures you control get +2/+2 until end of turn.

Paladins of the Sanctum Seeker order are an adventurous lot, venturing into the wilds with monstrous mastiffs at their side.

Card Stats

1/1 common CMC: 1.0 PLST PLST 🎨 Craig J Spearing
First strike

Market Prices

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$0.04
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$0.35
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€0.11
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Encampment Keeper? Basics

Encampment Keeper is a Creature — Dog card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "First strike {7}{W}, {T}, Sacrifice this creature: Creatures you control get +2/+2 until end of turn."

How much mana does Encampment Keeper cost to cast? Basics

Encampment Keeper has a mana cost of {W}, which equals 1.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Encampment Keeper's mana cost of {W} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Encampment Keeper has a mana value of 1.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Encampment Keeper's current oracle text is: "First strike {7}{W}, {T}, Sacrifice this creature: Creatures you control get +2/+2 until end of turn."

What is the current price of Encampment Keeper? Pricing

The current market price for Encampment Keeper is approximately $0.04 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.11 EUR.

Where can I buy Encampment Keeper? Pricing

You can purchase Encampment Keeper from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Is Encampment Keeper legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Encampment Keeper in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Encampment Keeper legal in Modern? Legality

Encampment Keeper is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Encampment Keeper legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Encampment Keeper is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Encampment Keeper legal in Pioneer? Legality

Encampment Keeper is Legal in Pioneer format.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Encampment Keeper legal in Legacy? Legality

Encampment Keeper is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Encampment Keeper legal in Vintage? Legality

Encampment Keeper is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Encampment Keeper legal in Pauper? Legality

Encampment Keeper is Legal in Pauper format.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Encampment Keeper from? Details

This printing of Encampment Keeper is from PLST (PLST), with collector number XLN-11.

Encampment Keeper may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Encampment Keeper's rarity? Details

Encampment Keeper is a common card in PLST.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Encampment Keeper? Details

Encampment Keeper was illustrated by Craig J Spearing.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Encampment Keeper's power and toughness? Details

Encampment Keeper is a 1/1 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (1) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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