The 1995 Magic: The Gathering Fourth Edition release featuring Elvish Archers, card number 243. A staple of early TCG history.
Elvish Archers
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Fourth Edition
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Elvish Archers, designated as card number 243 in the Fourth Edition set, remains a foundational piece for Magic: The Gathering collectors. Released in 1995, this Magic: The Gathering product defined the early trading card game landscape with accessible gameplay and iconic creature designs. As a Rare card with a mana cost of {1}{G}, it offers immediate board presence for players seeking early aggression or defensive utility. The card features the creature type Elf Archer with first strike, allowing it to deal damage before opponents can respond. This mechanical simplicity made it a versatile choice in competitive decks during the game's formative years. Collectors value Fourth Edition for its widespread distribution and historical significance in bringing Magic to a global audience. Whether you are building a vintage collection or hunting for specific set completions, this card represents a tangible connection to the game's origins.
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Elvish Archers
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Anson Maddocks
Card Stock
English
{1}{G}
Creature — Elf Archer
2 / 1
G
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First strike
I tell you, there was so many arrows flying about you couldn't hardly see the sun. So I says to young Angus, "Well, at least now we're fighting in the shade!"