The Shock Troops foil card from Magic: The Gathering's 2003 Eighth Edition. This Common creature card, numbered 223★, features a distinctive foil treatment.
Shock Troops
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Eighth Edition
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The Shock Troops foil card from Magic: The Gathering's 2003 Eighth Edition stands as a recognizable piece of early 2000s TCG history. Players can utilize its ability to sacrifice the creature for 2 damage to any target, making it a functional option in red-heavy decks. The foil treatment gives this Eighth Edition card a shimmering finish that catches the light, appealing to collectors who appreciate the visual distinction of foil cards from this era. As part of the Eighth Edition set, Shock Troops represents the core gameplay mechanics and aesthetic of Magic: The Gathering during the early 2000s. Collectors often seek out foil versions of common cards to complete special set lists or to add a touch of elegance to their basic creature collections. The combination of the card's straightforward gameplay and its premium foil finish makes it a staple for dedicated Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts looking to build a comprehensive library.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Shock Troops
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Jeff Miracola
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{R}
Creature — Human Soldier
2 / 2
R
Card Text
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Sacrifice this creature: It deals 2 damage to any target.
War is a conflict that determines not who is right—but who is left.