Staunch Defenders
Eighth Edition · #49★

Staunch Defenders

Staunch Defenders is a Uncommon Creature — Human Soldier from Eighth Edition (49★) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}{W}{W}. Color identity: W. Use set code, collector number, and finish to confirm the intended printing before comparing prices.

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Who is this card for?

Staunch Defenders suits collectors and players working on Eighth Edition who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish and confirm the Scryfall collector number before buying online.

What is Staunch Defenders from Eighth Edition?

Staunch Defenders is a Creature — Human Soldier in Eighth Edition numbered 49★. Mana cost {3}{W}{W}. Color identity: W. Staunch Defenders (49★) from Eighth Edition should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Eighth Edition.

What is Staunch Defenders worth today?

Staunch Defenders lacks a strong public price in this snapshot; use recent sold listings for the same set, collector number, and finish. This printing is from Eighth Edition. Collector number 49★ distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.

SetEighth Edition
Number49★
RarityUncommon
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Card stats

ColorsW
Power3

How collectible is Staunch Defenders?

Staunch Defenders is a Uncommon printing in Eighth Edition. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Eighth Edition. Collector number 49★ distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.

What are the key details for Staunch Defenders?

Staunch Defenders lists as Creature — Human Soldier. Artist: Tristan Elwell. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Eighth Edition. Collector number 49★ distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.

Cactaur's take

Staunch Defenders (49★) from Eighth Edition should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.

Pros

  • Staunch Defenders is catalogued as Uncommon Creature — Human Soldier in Eighth Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Set metadata and rarity help cross-check listings against the correct Scryfall printing before you buy.
  • Mana cost {3}{W}{W} and type line Creature — Human Soldier help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.

Cons

  • Market pricing may be thin or stale for this printing; confirm with recent sold comps for the same number and finish.

Verdict: Prioritize verifying the exact collector number and finish before transacting; pricing may need live comps at sale time.

FAQ

What is Staunch Defenders from Eighth Edition?

Staunch Defenders is a Uncommon Creature — Human Soldier from Eighth Edition numbered 49★ in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Staunch Defenders worth?

Staunch Defenders lacks a firm public price in this snapshot. Check recent sold listings for the same set, collector number, and finish before buying or selling.

What rarity is Staunch Defenders?

Staunch Defenders is catalogued as Uncommon in Eighth Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

Is Staunch Defenders legal in Commander or Standard?

Staunch Defenders shows format legality in modern, legacy, pauper, vintage based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.

Should I buy Staunch Defenders near mint or played?

Near-mint copies command the catalog reference. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce. This printing is from Eighth Edition.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-23. Last updated: 2026-06-23.