Take Up the Shield

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Name	Take Up the Shield
Type	Instant
Description	Put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. It gains lifelink and indestructible until end of turn. (Damage and effects that say "destroy" don't destroy it.)
Flavor	"You are all part of my pride. As long as I live, I will protect you."
Artist	Manuel Castañón
Set	Foundations Jumpstart #270
Wallpaper	download
Image	download

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About Take Up the Shield

Take Up the Shield, Instant, designed by Manuel Castañón first released in Aug, 2022 in the set Dominaria United and was printed exactly in 3 different ways. It see play in 2 formats: Commander and Casual. It's currently being selled by the minimum price of 0.32.

This card, Take Up the Shield, would be beneficial in a White Weenie or Aggro deck in Magic: the Gathering, as it provides a powerful boost to a creature by giving it both lifelink and indestructible, allowing for aggressive plays while also ensuring some lifegain and protection. While there may be other cards that offer similar effects, the combination of lifelink and indestructible in a single card makes Take Up the Shield a strong contender for inclusion in such decks, especially in situations where a creature needs to survive combat or removal spells. Overall, this card could see play in decks looking to maintain board presence and apply pressure on the opponent.

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