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Royal Assassin
Key Facts & Value
Key Fact
Description
This is a Magic: The Gathering card for Royal Assassin, a Summon Assassin creature. It requires one colorless mana and two black mana to cast. The card art depicts a stern figure in a cloak holding a dagger, with a shadowy silhouette in a window hinting at espionage.
History
Released in Magic: The Gathering's original core set, Alpha, in 1993, Royal Assassin is one of the game's iconic black creatures. Designed by Richard Garfield, the card's power was significant for its time, reflecting the theme of assassination and subterfuge central to black mana's identity.
Facts
Royal Assassin's ability to destroy any tapped creature made it a staple in early competitive Magic decks. Its flavor text emphasizes the precise and stealthy nature of its assassins, a stark contrast to more brute-force tactics. It remains a popular and collectible card among Magic enthusiasts.
Value Fact
As an iconic card from Magic's early sets, Royal Assassin commands a steady market interest. Depending on its condition and specific printing (Alpha, Beta, Unlimited, etc.), prices can range from a few dollars for heavily played versions to upwards of $50-$100 for near-mint Alpha editions.
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