The Innistrad expansion's Bonds of Faith is a white Aura enchantment that boosts Human creatures, defining the set's theological themes.
Bonds of Faith
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Innistrad
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Description
Released in 2011, the Innistrad expansion brought a gothic horror aesthetic to the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. At card number 5, Bonds of Faith serves as a foundational white enchantment within this gothic-themed block. Designed by Steve Argyle, this Common card is part of the ISD set code, representing the early mechanical identity of the Innistrad block. As an Aura with a mana cost of {1}{W}, this card targets creature permanents to provide significant power and toughness bonuses. The design creates a strategic choice for players: if the enchanted creature is a Human, it receives a +2/+2 boost. However, if the creature is not Human, it loses the ability to attack or block entirely. This binary effect highlights the set's focus on the Human vs. monster conflict, making it a versatile tool for both aggressive and controlling strategies. Collectors often seek out specific cards from the Innistrad series to complete their set builds or to appreciate the distinct artistic direction of the era. Bonds of Faith remains a recognizable piece of Magic history, illustrating how the game utilized thematic mechanics to enhance storytelling. Its straightforward design and impactful rules text make it a staple for understanding the white mana philosophy during the Innistrad block's run. Whether for deck construction or collection purposes, this card represents a key element of the 2011 release's mechanical identity.
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Bonds of Faith
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Steve Argyle
Card Stock
English
{1}{W}
Enchantment — Aura
W
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Enchant creature Enchanted creature gets +2/+2 as long as it's a Human. Otherwise, it can't attack or block.
"What cannot be destroyed will be bound." —Oath of Avacyn
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What is the mana cost for Bonds of Faith?
The mana cost for Bonds of Faith is {1}{W}, requiring one generic mana and one white mana to cast.
What type of card is Bonds of Faith in Magic: The Gathering?
Bonds of Faith is an Enchantment — Aura card that must be attached to a creature permanent to resolve its effects.
What is the effect of the Aura enchantment?
The enchanted creature gets +2/+2 if it is a Human; otherwise, it cannot attack or block.
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