Hope Estheim Lights the Way
Hope Estheim stands as a strategic piece in any deck that values resilience and control. His lifelink ability not only sustains your life total but also fuels his mill effect, which triggers at the end of your turn. The number of cards each opponent mills corresponds to the life you’ve gained, allowing you to chip away at their library while maintaining a steady defense. This interaction rewards careful life gain management, making Hope a versatile card in blue-white builds that emphasize tempo and incremental advantage.
Beyond mechanics, Hope Estheim carries a thematic weight that fits perfectly in the Universes Beyond: FINAL FANTASY set. As a legendary human wizard, he represents the delicate balance between destruction and salvation—a motif echoed in his flavor text. His foil treatment enhances the card’s presence, making it a desirable piece for both players seeking tactical depth and collectors drawn to the set’s rich crossover lore.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {W}{U}
- Card Type: Legendary Creature
- Subtypes: Human Wizard
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Card Text: Lifelink
At the beginning of your end step, each opponent mills X cards, where X is the amount of life you gained this turn. - Power / Toughness: 2/2