First strike Rule 702.7 Glossary

A keyword ability that lets a creature deal its combat damage before other creatures. See rule 702.7, “First Strike.”
Reach Rule 702.17 Glossary

A keyword ability that allows a creature to block an attacking creature with flying. See rule 702.17, “Reach.” See also Flying.

Rulings (1)

April 1, 2008 Wizards of the Coast
This 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.

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