What does the Kicker mechanic do on Bold Defense?

Kicker allows you to pay an additional mana cost when casting the spell to enhance its effects. For Bold Defense, paying the kicker cost increases the power and toughness boost to creatures from +1/+1 to +2/+2 and grants them first strike.

Who illustrated the Bold Defense card in the Zendikar set?

The artwork for the Zendikar edition of Bold Defense was created by Scott Chou, whose style helped define the visual identity of the 2009 expansion.

Is Bold Defense a rare card in the Zendikar set?

Bold Defense is printed as a Common card in the Zendikar set. While commons are more abundant, foil versions are often sought after by collectors looking for specific finishes or completing themed collections.

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The 2009 Zendikar foil version of Bold Defense, a white Instant card from Magic: The Gathering featuring Kicker mechanics and artwork by Scott Chou.

Bold Defense

2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Zendikar

2009 Magic: The Gathering Zendikar

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As card number 3 in the set, this foil variant offers collectors a shimmering addition to their library, featuring the distinctive artwork of Scott Chou. Mechanically, Bold Defense provides a flexible boost to your creatures. For a mana cost of two generic and one white mana, players can grant their creatures +1/+1 until end of turn. The card also features the Kicker mechanic, allowing for an additional investment of three generic and one white mana. When kicked, the effect is significantly enhanced, granting +2/+2 and first strike, making it a potent tool in combat scenarios. This dual functionality makes it a staple for white decks seeking versatility in the mid-2000s era. For collectors, the Zendikar set remains a beloved chapter in TCG history, and owning a foil copy of such a versatile spell adds depth to any collection.

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2009

Brand

Magic: The Gathering

Series

Zendikar

Card Number

Featured Subject

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Featured

Bold Defense

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Scott Chou

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{2}{W}

Type

Instant

Color

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Kicker {3}{W} (You may pay an additional {3}{W} as you cast this spell.) Creatures you control get +1/+1 until end of turn. If this spell was kicked, instead creatures you control get +2/+2 and gain first strike until end of turn.