Armor of Shadows is a common instant card from the 2022 Magic: The Gathering Alchemy Horizons: Baldur's Gate set, offering straightforward defensive capabilities.
Armor of Shadows
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Alchemy Horizons: Baldur's Gate
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Armor of Shadows, cataloged as card number 142 in the Alchemy Horizons: Baldur's Gate expansion, stands out as a fundamental defensive tool within Magic: The Gathering. Released in 2022, this common instant card provides a critical ability for players seeking to protect their board presence. By targeting a creature, the card grants it +1/+0 power and indestructible status until the end of the turn, effectively neutralizing removal spells and combat damage for that phase. This mechanic allows collectors and players to appreciate the strategic depth embedded in even the most common cards of the set. The Alchemy Horizons: Baldur's Gate series brings the rich narrative of Dungeons & Dragons into the trading card game, and Armor of Shadows exemplifies the accessible design philosophy of the expansion. Illustrated by Craig J Spearing, the card retains the visual identity characteristic of the HBG subset while delivering reliable gameplay utility. For collectors focused on set completion, securing this card number is an essential step toward building a comprehensive Alchemy Horizons collection. Whether you are a fan of the Baldur's Gate universe or a strategic builder, this card represents a versatile piece of the Magic: The Gathering landscape.
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Armor of Shadows
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Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Craig J Spearing
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English
{B}
Instant
B
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Until end of turn, target creature gets +1/+0 and gains indestructible. (Damage and effects that say "destroy" don't destroy it.)