Brute Strength

Description

The Oath of the Gatewatch Brute Strength foil card (card number 103) is a staple red Instant from the 2016 Magic: The Gathering set. Designed by Wayne Reynolds, this common card is highly sought after by collectors for its shimmering finish, which distinguishes it from the standard nonfoil version. As a collector, owning the foil variant adds visual depth to your Oath of the Gatewatch collection and serves as a perfect entry point for those building a comprehensive set. In terms of gameplay, Brute Strength is a versatile tool in any red-based strategy. With a mana cost of just {1}{R} and a mana value of 2, it offers efficient impact without sacrificing too much early-game tempo. The card’s effect allows you to target a creature, granting it +3/+1 and the trample ability until the end of the turn. This means the targeted creature can deal excess combat damage directly to the opponent or their planeswalker, making it an excellent answer to board stalls or a way to close out games quickly. The flavor text, "It's not the size of the rock. It's how badly you want to lift it," perfectly captures the aggressive spirit of the red mana color. This thematic consistency makes the card not just a functional piece of the game, but a memorable piece of Magic lore. Whether you are hunting for specific foils to complete your set or looking for a reliable card to add to your sideboard, the Brute Strength foil is a key component of the Oath of the Gatewatch era.