The Fallen Askari, a 1997 Visions set Magic card featuring a 2/2 Human Knight with flanking abilities.
Fallen Askari
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Visions
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The Fallen Askari stands as a notable creature card from Magic: The Gathering's 1997 Visions expansion. Identified as card number 59 in the VIS set, this common Black mana card depicts a Human Knight with a power and toughness of 2/2. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Visions base set or to utilize its unique defensive mechanics in gameplay. One of the most distinctive features of the Fallen Askari is its ability to grant flanking to allies while preventing itself from blocking. This strategic limitation adds depth to the card's design, making it a favorite among players who appreciate tactical nuance in early Magic expansions. The card's rules text emphasizes its role as a protector, offering a -1/-1 penalty to any creature that blocks it without flanking. The Fallen Askari, illustrated by Adrian Smith, represents the artistic style of the late 1990s. Whether you are a seasoned collector or new to the game, this card offers a tangible connection to Magic's rich legacy.
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Card Details
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Fallen Askari
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Adrian Smith
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}
Creature — Human Knight
2 / 2
B
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Flanking (Whenever a creature without flanking blocks this creature, the blocking creature gets -1/-1 until end of turn.) This creature can't block.
In troubled times, there are few greater sorrows than a wayward savior.