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Moment of Heroism is a white instant card from Magic: The Gathering's 2017 Archenemy: Nicol Bolas set, designed to empower creatures with temporary power boosts and lifelink.

Moment of Heroism

2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Archenemy: Nicol Bolas

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Product Overview

Description

Moment of Heroism serves as a versatile white instant within the Magic: The Gathering framework, originally released as card number 16 in the Archenemy: Nicol Bolas set in 2017. This card is designed to provide immediate tactical advantages during gameplay by targeting a creature and granting it a +2/+2 power and toughness boost along with the lifelink ability until the end of the turn. This combination allows players to turn the tide of battle by significantly increasing a creature's damage output while simultaneously healing their life total from the damage dealt. As part of the Archenemy: Nicol Bolas expansion, this card reflects the strategic depth and thematic elements introduced in that specific release. The card's mana cost of one generic mana and one white mana makes it accessible early in the game, allowing for flexible deployment in various deck configurations. Its low mana value ensures it can be played alongside other spells without disrupting the flow of the turn, making it a staple in control and midrange strategies that rely on efficient removal and protection. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards often seek out cards from the Archenemy: Nicol Bolas set due to its unique design and gameplay mechanics. Moment of Heroism, with its clean and effective ability, represents the essence of white mana's philosophy in the game: order, protection, and resilience. For those building decks around white mana strategies, Moment of Heroism offers a reliable tool for enhancing creature performance. Its ability to provide both offensive and defensive benefits makes it a valuable addition to any collection of Magic: The Gathering cards. Whether used in competitive play or casual games, this card exemplifies the strategic choices that define the Magic: The Gathering experience.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2017

Series

Archenemy: Nicol Bolas

Card Number

#16

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Christopher Moeller

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{W}

Type

Instant

Color

W

Card Text

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Target creature gets +2/+2 and gains lifelink until end of turn. (Damage dealt by the creature also causes its controller to gain that much life.)

"My faith is stronger than fang, claw, or mindless hunger."

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FAQ

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What does Moment of Heroism do in Magic: The Gathering?

Moment of Heroism is a white instant card that targets a creature, giving it +2/+2 power and toughness and lifelink until the end of the turn. This means the creature deals more damage, and you gain life equal to the damage it deals.

Which set is Moment of Heroism from?

This card is from the Archenemy: Nicol Bolas set, which was released in 2017. It is card number 16 in the set and is classified as a common rarity.

How much mana does Moment of Heroism cost?

Moment of Heroism has a mana cost of {1}{W}, meaning it requires one generic mana and one white mana to cast. Its mana value is 2, making it a low-cost spell that can be played early in the game.

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