Quick Answer

Rampart Architect is a rare Creature — Elephant Advisor from TDC (TDC) costing {3}{G}. Current price: $0.17 USD. Legal in Commander.

Rampart Architect MTG card

Rampart Architect

Creature — Elephant Advisor

Card Text

Whenever this creature enters or attacks, create a 1/3 white Wall creature token with defender. Whenever a creature you control with defender dies, you may search your library for a basic land card, put that card onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle.

Card Stats

3/4 rare CMC: 4.0 TDC TDC 🎨 Eelis Kyttanen

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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rampart Architect? Basics

Rampart Architect is a Creature — Elephant Advisor card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever this creature enters or attacks, create a 1/3 white Wall creature token with defender. Whenever a creature you control with defender dies, you may search your library for a basic land card, put that card onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle."

How much mana does Rampart Architect cost to cast? Basics

Rampart Architect has a mana cost of {3}{G}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Rampart Architect's mana cost of {3}{G} 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.

Rampart Architect has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Rampart Architect's current oracle text is: "Whenever this creature enters or attacks, create a 1/3 white Wall creature token with defender. Whenever a creature you control with defender dies, you may search your library for a basic land card, put that card onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle."

What is the current price of Rampart Architect? Pricing

The current market price for Rampart Architect is approximately $0.17 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.4 EUR.

Where can I buy Rampart Architect? Pricing

You can purchase Rampart Architect 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 Rampart Architect legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Rampart Architect in Standard is not available.

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

Is Rampart Architect legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Rampart Architect in Modern is not available.

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

Is Rampart Architect legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Rampart Architect 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 Rampart Architect legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Rampart Architect in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Rampart Architect legal in Legacy? Legality

Rampart Architect is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Rampart Architect legal in Vintage? Legality

Rampart Architect 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 Rampart Architect legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Rampart Architect in Pauper is not available.

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 Rampart Architect from? Details

This printing of Rampart Architect is from TDC (TDC), with collector number 47.

Rampart Architect may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Rampart Architect's rarity? Details

Rampart Architect is a rare card in TDC.

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

Who illustrated Rampart Architect? Details

Rampart Architect was illustrated by Eelis Kyttanen.

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

What is Rampart Architect's power and toughness? Details

Rampart Architect is a 3/4 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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