The 2014 Magic: The Gathering Born of the Gods foil card Archetype of Courage. This uncommon Enchantment Creature offers strategic first strike control for your decks.
Archetype of Courage
2014 • Magic: The Gathering • Born of the Gods
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Description
The Archetype of Courage card from the Born of the Gods expansion holds a distinct place among Magic: The Gathering collectors due to its impactful gameplay mechanics and striking foil finish. Released in 2014 as the fourth card in the set, this uncommon Enchantment Creature — Human Soldier commands a mana cost of three white mana. In play, Archetype of Courage provides a potent advantage by altering the flow of combat. Creatures you control gain first strike, allowing them to deal damage before opposing forces can respond. Simultaneously, it neutralizes enemy threats by stripping first strike from creatures your opponents control, ensuring they cannot gain or retain this ability. This dual effect makes the card a valuable asset for players seeking to control the battlefield and protect their forces. As part of the Born of the Gods set, it represents a key component for those building themed collections or completing the full set roster. The card's identity as an uncommon rarity means it is accessible yet distinct, offering a satisfying addition to any Magic: The Gathering archive. Whether you are drawn to its strategic utility or its aesthetic design, Archetype of Courage remains a noteworthy entry in the 2014 expansion.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Archetype of Courage
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Willian Murai
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{W}{W}
Enchantment Creature — Human Soldier
2 / 2
W
Card Text
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Creatures you control have first strike. Creatures your opponents control lose first strike and can't have or gain first strike.
"It has been my experience that soldiers most fervently follow generals who lead by example." —Elspeth
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What type of card is Archetype of Courage in Magic: The Gathering?
Archetype of Courage is an Enchantment Creature — Human Soldier from the Born of the Gods set. It has a mana cost of {1}{W}{W} and is classified as an uncommon rarity within the 2014 expansion.
How does Archetype of Courage affect gameplay?
This card grants first strike to your controlled creatures while stripping first strike from your opponents' creatures. This dual effect allows your forces to strike first in combat and prevents enemies from gaining this tactical advantage.
Who illustrated the Archetype of Courage card?
The card was illustrated by Willian Murai.
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