Silent Strike Royal
Royal Assassin is a compact removal engine that fits cleanly into control shells and aristocrat builds. The Near Mint Foil from Universes Beyond Assassin's Creed shows the card's austere portrait and foil sheen while keeping the focus on a simple, repeatable effect. With a casting cost of {1}{B}{B} and printed as a 1 1 creature Human Assassin the card trades low toughness for a tight removal trigger. Tap to destroy target tapped creature reads like premium utility in any format that leaves opponents with tapped attackers or sacrificial creatures.
From a gameplay perspective Royal Assassin rewards timing and board awareness. It pressures opponents to keep key creatures untapped or to respect your ability to punish overcommitments. The foil surface on this Near Mint specimen makes it a standout piece for collectors and players who want an Assassin theme in Commander or Historic. Add it to a deck that closes combat steps or abuses tap effects and you gain a dependable answer that also leans into Assassin lore and the set flavor without overcomplication.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {1}{B}{B}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Human Assassin
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): {T}: Destroy target tapped creature.
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Power / Toughness: 1/1
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Rarity: Rare
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Set: Universes Beyond: Assassin's Creed
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Language: English
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Condition: Near Mint Foil
