# 1998 Magic: The Gathering Stronghold #119

> The 1998 Magic: The Gathering Stronghold expansion with this product for the Spike Soldier trading card (Card Number 119).

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## Identity

- **Year**: 1998
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Stronghold
- **Card number**: #119
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

As Card Number 119 in the set, this Uncommon card features the distinct artwork of Randy Elliott and serves as a key piece for collectors focusing on the Spike tribe or the era's innovative design language. The card's mechanics allow players to manipulate +1/+1 counters, enabling it to enter the battlefield with a head start or transfer its strength to allies, making it a strategic asset in gameplay. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this release from 1998 remains a notable example of the Stronghold set's creative direction. Collectors often seek out cards from this period to complete their Stronghold collections or to build thematic decks that highlight the unique abilities of the Spike faction. Whether you are a veteran player or a new collector exploring the game's history, the Spike Soldier offers a fascinating glimpse into the strategic depth of late 90s TCG design.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Spike Soldier?

The Spike Soldier has a mana cost of {2}{G}{G}, requiring four total mana including two green mana symbols to cast.

### What abilities does the Spike Soldier have?

The card enters the battlefield with three +1/+1 counters. It can remove a counter to put one on another creature or remove a counter to gain +2/+2 until end of turn.

### Who is the artist for this card?

The artwork for the Spike Soldier in the Stronghold set was created by artist Randy Elliott.

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