The Claim the Firstborn foil card from the 2021 Strixhaven Mystical Archive set offers a unique glimpse into magical academia with its distinctive red mana cost and sorcery mechanics.
Claim the Firstborn
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Strixhaven Mystical Archive
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Released in 2021 as part of the Strixhaven Mystical Archive expansion, the Claim the Firstborn card (STA #37) captures the whimsical essence of magical education. As an Uncommon sorcery with a single Red mana cost, this card allows players to gain control of a target creature with mana value 3 or less until the end of the turn. The effect includes untapping the creature and granting it haste, making it a versatile tool for temporary board control. The foil finish adds a shimmering quality that appeals to collectors who appreciate the tactile and visual differences in Magic: The Gathering card treatments. Designed by Anato Finnstark, the card features flavor text that hints at the playful narrative of the setting, referencing *Tales of the Fae* and the character Rowan Kenrith. For collectors of the Strixhaven Mystical Archive set, this card number represents a key component for completing the full roster of mystical spells. The combination of its low mana cost, impactful temporary effect, and foil treatment makes it a notable inclusion for both gameplay enthusiasts and set builders. Whether you are focused on collecting the entire Mystical Archive subset or seeking specific foil variants, this card stands out for its clear mechanics and thematic resonance within the Strixhaven universe.
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Claim the Firstborn
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Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Anato Finnstark
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English
Foil
{R}
Sorcery
R
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Gain control of target creature with mana value 3 or less until end of turn. Untap that creature. It gains haste until end of turn.
"Will! They have a copy of *Tales of the Fae* here! Want me to read you a bedtime story?" —Rowan Kenrith