Subtle Strike is a black Instant card from the 2020 Zendikar Rising expansion in Magic: The Gathering. This product covers card number 128, offering collectors a key piece for set completion and gameplay utility.
Subtle Strike
2020 • Magic: The Gathering • Zendikar Rising
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Released in 2020, the Zendikar Rising expansion brought a renewed focus on the dangerous and vibrant world of Zendikar to Magic: The Gathering. Within this set, Subtle Strike stands out as a versatile black Instant card, carrying the card number 128 in the standard collection. Designed by artist Brian Valeza, the card features a mana cost of {1}{B} and a mana value of 2, making it an accessible option for decks seeking efficient interaction. The card's rules text allows players to choose one or both effects: reducing a target creature's power and toughness by -1/-1 until end of turn, or placing a +1/+1 counter on a target creature. This flexibility makes it a valuable tool for controlling the board or protecting your own forces. For collectors, acquiring this card is often part of the goal to complete the Zendikar Rising checklist. The card's straightforward design and potent abilities ensure it remains relevant for both new and veteran players exploring the depths of Zendikar.
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Subtle Strike
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Brian Valeza
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}
Instant
B
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Choose one or both — • Target creature gets -1/-1 until end of turn. • Put a +1/+1 counter on target creature.
Silence is an underrated hunting strategy.