The Defend the Hearth card from Magic: The Gathering's 2013 Theros expansion, designed for collectors and players seeking key protective spells.
Defend the Hearth
2013 • Magic: The Gathering • Theros
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The Defend the Hearth card, identified as number 156 in the 2013 Theros set, stands as a fundamental white instant within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Released during a pivotal era for the franchise, this card offers collectors and players alike a straightforward yet powerful defensive option. With a mana cost of {1}{G}, it allows players to prevent all combat damage dealt to them for the turn, making it a versatile tool in various deck archetypes. Collectors often seek this card for its clear illustration by Raymond Swanland and its role in the mythological Greek-inspired world of Theros. The Theros expansion remains a beloved chapter in Magic history, and completing a full set includes securing essential spells like this one.
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Card Details
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Defend the Hearth
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Raymond Swanland
Card Stock
English
{1}{G}
Instant
G
Card Text
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Prevent all combat damage that would be dealt to players this turn.
The defenders said not a word. Their shields, spears, and stances were warning enough.