Chromatic Armor is a rare enchantment card from Magic: The Gathering's 1995 Ice Age expansion, numbered 283.
Chromatic Armor
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Ice Age
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Description
Chromatic Armor, identified as card number 283 in the Ice Age expansion, represents a pivotal moment in Magic: The Gathering's early history. As a rare enchantment — Aura, it allows players to attach protection to a creature by choosing a color, shielding it from damage of that specific type. This flexibility made it a staple in many competitive decks during its era, appealing to both nostalgic collectors and strategists. Collectors often seek Chromatic Armor for its historical significance within the Magic: The Gathering universe. Its unique ability to adapt to different threats adds layers of gameplay interest, making it a valuable addition to any collection focused on classic TCG design. For those interested in the evolution of card mechanics, this piece offers a tangible connection to the game's foundational years.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Chromatic Armor
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Mark Poole
Card Stock
English
{1}{W}{U}
Enchantment — Aura
U, W
Card Text
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Enchant creature As this Aura enters, choose a color. This Aura enters with a sleight counter on it. Prevent all damage that would be dealt to enchanted creature by sources of the last chosen color. {X}: Put a sleight counter on this Aura and choose a color. X is the number of sleight counters on this Aura.
