Crusading Knight 12/350 Magic The Gathering Invasion Raw

Crusading Knight (card #12/350) from the Invasion set is a rare white creature in Magic: The Gathering with the subtype Human Knight, costing {2}{W}{W} to cast. With a base power and toughness of 2/2, it features protection from black, making it immune to black spells and abilities. Illustrated by Edward P. Beard, Jr., the card’s flavor text — “My only dream is to destroy the nightmares of others.” — reflects its thematic role as a resilient warrior standing against darkness.

Its key ability grants it +1/+1 for each Swamp controlled by opponents, allowing it to grow significantly in the right matchup. This effect turns Crusading Knight into a scalable threat or defender, particularly effective in games where black-based decks rely on Swamp-heavy mana bases. The card’s design mirrors that of Marauding Knight, its black counterpart, creating a symmetrical mechanical theme across colors.