Staunch Defenders
Classic Sixth Edition 45 • uncommon
- Set
- Classic Sixth Edition
- Collector number
- 45
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana white mana white mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- White
- Artist
- Mark Poole
- Market price
- $0.19
What it does
When this creature enters, you gain 4 life.
"Hold your position! Leave doubt for the dying!"— Tahngarth of the *Weatherlight*
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Staunch Defenders was released in 1999 as part of the Magic: The Gathering Classic Sixth Edition core set. This set was a significant milestone for the game, as it introduced the most comprehensive rules update since the original release, aiming to streamline gameplay and clarify card interactions for an expanding player base. The inclusion of cards like Staunch Defenders helped anchor the game's defensive mechanics during this transition period, reflecting the set's focus on foundational gameplay strategies.
The card features an illustration by artist Quinton Hoover, a prolific contributor to early Magic: The Gathering who was known for his distinct, expressive style that often prioritized personality and character movement. Hoover’s work on Staunch Defenders captures the stalwart, protective nature of the creature, aligning with the card's defensive role. The art was well-received by fans of the era for its classic fantasy aesthetic, which helped solidify the visual identity of the White color alignment during the game's formative years.
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