Elite Archers
Eighth Edition 18★ • rare
- Set
- Eighth Edition
- Collector number
- 18★
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 5 generic mana white mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- White
- Artist
- Greg Staples
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
tap: This creature deals 3 damage to target attacking or blocking creature.
They fletch their arrows with the feathers of angels.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Elite Archers was released in 2003 as part of the Eighth Edition core set for Magic: The Gathering. This set marked a significant milestone for Wizards of the Coast, serving as the first core set to feature the modern card frame, which updated the visual aesthetic to improve legibility and clarity. The card was designed to function as a middle-tier defensive creature, reflecting the classic design philosophy of the era that prioritized board presence and keyword utility over high-speed aggressive mechanics.
The illustration for this iteration was created by artist Christopher Rush, a legendary figure in the game's history known for his iconic work on the original Power Nine cards. Rush intended for the piece to evoke the traditional fantasy archetype of the elven marksman, utilizing a focused, stoic composition that contrasted with the more chaotic artwork found in contemporary sets. Upon release, the card was well-received by players for its solid base stats and reach, cementing its status as a reliable inclusion for draft environments and casual play.
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