# 2019 Magic: The Gathering Modern Horizons #228

> The 2019 Modern Horizons foil Mythic Rare artifact Sword of Sinew and Steel (#228) by Chris Rahn.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2019
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Modern Horizons
- **Card number**: #228
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Released in 2019 as part of the Modern Horizons set, the Sword of Sinew and Steel is a highly sought-after artifact equipment card. Identified by card number 228 and set code MH1, this foil Mythic Rare features artwork by Chris Rahn. The card costs three mana to cast and provides equipped creatures with a +2/+2 power boost alongside protection from both black and red mana. Its secondary ability allows the controller to destroy a target planeswalker and a target artifact whenever the equipped creature deals combat damage to a player, offering significant board control. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering, this release represents a key piece of the Modern Horizons expansion, appealing to those who value both the card's mechanical impact and its premium foil finish. The combination of its mythic rarity status and its enduring gameplay utility makes it a standout item for enthusiasts building their collections. Whether used for competitive play or simply admired as a collectible piece of gaming history, this card remains a notable entry in the Modern Horizons catalog.

## FAQ

### What is the card number for Sword of Sinew and Steel in Modern Horizons?

The card number for Sword of Sinew and Steel in the Modern Horizons set is 228. It is also identified by the set code MH1.

### What are the gameplay abilities of Sword of Sinew and Steel?

This artifact equipment grants the equipped creature +2/+2 and protection from black and red. Additionally, when the equipped creature deals combat damage to a player, you may destroy up to one target planeswalker and up to one target artifact.

### Who is the artist for the Modern Horizons foil version of Sword of Sinew and Steel?

The artist for the 2019 Modern Horizons foil version of this card is Chris Rahn.

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