Bayek of Siwa — Silent Guardian
Bayek of Siwa brings a methodical, board-oriented presence that suits players who prefer targeted disruption and tempo. As a companion for midrange decks, Bayek of Siwa rewards careful sequencing and the judicious use of removal. The card reads and plays like a tactical tool rather than a brute force finisher, fitting the Assassin's Creed tone of precision and tradecraft on the battlefield.
In play Bayek reads as a piece that slots into attrition and value strategies; he pressures opponents by threatening single targets and by shaping combat math. The flavor nods to Bayek's role as protector of Siwa and his measured approach to threats. For pilots who track resources and timing, Bayek of Siwa is both a board threat and a subtle engine that can pivot a game when paired with sacrifice or reanimation interactions.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {2}{B}{G}
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Card Type – Legendary Creature
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Subtypes – Human Assassin
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – When Bayek of Siwa enters the battlefield, you may destroy target artifact or enchantment. Whenever Bayek of Siwa deals combat damage to a player, you may exile target card from that player's graveyard. If you do, you may cast that card this turn and you may spend mana as though it were mana of any color to cast it.
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Power / Toughness – 3/3
