What does the Sure Strike card do in Magic: The Gathering?

Sure Strike is a Red Instant that gives a target creature +3/+0 and first strike until the end of the turn. It is commonly used in aggressive strategies to secure combat damage against blocking creatures.

What set is Sure Strike from?

This card was released in the Battle for Zendikar (BFZ) set in 2015. It is a Common card with the number 157 in that expansion.

Who illustrated the artwork for Sure Strike?

The artwork for Sure Strike was created by Jakub Kasper, known for his dynamic and detailed illustrations in the Magic: The Gathering franchise.

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Secure this key instant card from the Battle for Zendikar expansion to bolster your Red mana strategies and complete your set collection.

Sure Strike

2015 • Magic: The Gathering • Battle for Zendikar

2015 Magic: The Gathering Battle for Zendikar

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Released in 2015 as part of the Battle for Zendikar expansion, Sure Strike (card number 157) is a Common Instant in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Designed by Jakub Kasper, this Red card provides a powerful combat boost, granting a target creature +3/+0 and first strike until the end of the turn. This effect allows your creature to deal damage before opponents without first strike, making it a reliable tool for aggressive decks. Collectors value this card for its straightforward utility and its place within the BFZ set's distinct aesthetic. The clear rules text and iconic artwork make it a staple for players seeking efficient combat tricks. As you expand your collection, adding essential instants like Sure Strike helps round out your library with functional, high-impact cards from one of Magic's modern eras.

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Year

2015

Brand

Magic: The Gathering

Series

Battle for Zendikar

Card Number

#157

Featured Subject

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Featured

Sure Strike

Game

Magic: The Gathering

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Jakub Kasper

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{R}

Type

Instant

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Target creature gets +3/+0 and gains first strike until end of turn. (It deals combat damage before creatures without first strike.)

To survive imminent doom, it sometimes takes a foolhardy soul who acts first and fears later.