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Crossbow Ambush
STH · Stronghold #105 · Common · released 1998-03-02
{G}
Instant
Creatures you control gain reach until end of turn. (They can block creatures with flying.)
There is no drake that flies faster than a crossbow bolt.
—Vec saying
Crossbow Ambush is a common green instant from Stronghold (1998). Its recent market price is about $0.12. It is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
USD$0.13
Format legality
Where you can play Crossbow Ambush in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings
Prices range from $0.12 to $0.12 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Stronghold at $0.12.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stronghold This page | 105 | Common | $0.12 | — |
More from Stronghold
Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2008-04-01This card now uses the Reach keyword ability to enable the blocking of flying creatures. This works because a creature with flying can only be blocked by creatures with flying or reach.
Frequently asked questions
Is Crossbow Ambush legal in Commander?
Yes — Crossbow Ambush is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Crossbow Ambush legal in?
Crossbow Ambush is legal in Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Crossbow Ambush been printed?
Crossbow Ambush has a single printing, released in 1998.
What is the cheapest printing of Crossbow Ambush?
The cheapest printing is Stronghold (#105) at about $0.12.
Who illustrated Crossbow Ambush?
This printing of Crossbow Ambush was illustrated by Kev Walker.