A foundational creature card from the 1995 Fourth Edition set, featuring the strategic utility of the Royal Assassin.
Royal Assassin
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Fourth Edition • 4th Edition Alternate
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The Royal Assassin (#157) is a cornerstone of early Magic: The Gathering history, appearing in the 1995 Fourth Edition release. As part of this core set, the card represents a pivotal era of game design where simple yet powerful abilities defined the meta-game. The Royal Assassin's ability to destroy creatures under specific conditions made it a staple for control decks during the mid-90s, cementing its reputation among competitive players and collectors alike. For those focused on completing sets or investing in early TCG history, this Fourth Edition alternate version offers a glimpse into the evolution of card layout and printing standards from the mid-decade. Whether being used to fill a gap in a master set collection or held as a nostalgic piece of gaming heritage, the Royal Assassin remains a recognizable face of the Magic: The Gathering brand. Its enduring appeal lies in its utility within the game's mechanical history and its place in one of the most influential core sets ever printed.
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Catalog Profile
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Year
1995
Brand
Magic: The Gathering
Series
Fourth Edition
Subset
4th Edition Alternate
Subset Type
Subset
Card Number
#157
Featured Subject
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Featured
Royal Assassin
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Tom Wänerstrand
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}{B}
Creature — Human Assassin
1 / 1
B
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{T}: Destroy target tapped creature.
Trained in the arts of stealth, the Royal Assassins choose their victims carefully, relying on timing and precision rather than brute force.
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