Shielded by Faith is a white mana Enchantment-Aura from the 2026 Secrets of Strixhaven Commander subset, offering versatile protection for your creatures.
Shielded by Faith
2026 • Magic: The Gathering • Secrets of Strixhaven • Commander
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| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw / Ungraded | $0.35Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.35 to $0.37 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 10, 2026: -5.4%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) | Source observation date unavailable |
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Description
Released in 2026, Shielded by Faith serves as a powerful defensive tool within the Magic: The Gathering Secrets of Strixhaven Commander subset. This card, designated as number 172, is an Enchantment-Aura that costs {1}{W}{W} to cast. Its primary function revolves around protecting your key creatures from removal, making it a staple in decks focused on longevity and board stability. The card grants the enchanted creature indestructible, ensuring it cannot be destroyed by damage or effects that say "destroy." Beyond its static ability, Shielded by Faith features a dynamic trigger: whenever a creature enters the battlefield, you may attach this Aura to that new creature. This flexibility allows players to pivot protection to the most valuable unit on the field as the game state evolves. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards, this piece represents the strategic depth of the Secrets of Strixhaven expansion. The artwork is by David Palumbo, whose style brings a distinct visual identity to the card within the SOC set code. As a Rare, it holds a specific place in the hierarchy of the Commander subset, appealing to those who appreciate both the aesthetic and mechanical utility of the card. The white mana identity makes it accessible for mono-white or multi-color decks that prioritize creature survival. Whether you are building a Commander deck or simply appreciate the intricate design of modern Magic cards, Shielded by Faith stands out as a functional and collectible artifact from this era of the game.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Year
2026
Brand
Magic: The Gathering
Series
Secrets of Strixhaven
Subset
Commander
Subset Type
Subset
Card Number
#172
Featured Subject
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Featured
Shielded by Faith
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
David Palumbo
Card Stock
English
{1}{W}{W}
Enchantment — Aura
W
Card Text
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Enchant creature Enchanted creature has indestructible. Whenever a creature enters, you may attach this Aura to that creature.
