Angel of Sanctions

Description

Angel of Sanctions stands as the first card in the 2017 Amonkhet expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Printed as a Mythic Rare by artist Min Yum, this white creature card is a significant entry for collectors who value high-rarity finishes and iconic set openers. The card features a mana cost of three generic mana and two white mana, establishing it as a five-mana threat that demands strategic consideration during gameplay. The card’s primary ability is Flying, allowing it to evade most ground-based blockers. Its most distinctive feature is its enters-the-battlefield effect, which permits the controller to exile a target nonland permanent an opponent controls until the Angel leaves the battlefield. This interaction provides a potent form of removal that scales with the longevity of the creature on the field. Additionally, the card introduces the Embalm mechanic, a unique departure from standard spells. For five generic mana and one white mana, players can exile the card from their graveyard to create a token copy. This token functions as a white Zombie Angel with no mana cost, offering a flexible resource that can be deployed when the original card is no longer viable in the graveyard. Collectors often seek this card to complete the base Amonkhet set, particularly those focused on acquiring Mythic Rare variants. The Embalm mechanic represents a key innovation in the set's design, blending graveyard recursion with token generation. Whether building a themed deck around the Amonkhet block or simply acquiring high-profile cards for a collection, Angel of Sanctions offers a compelling blend of mechanical depth and visual appeal. Its status as card number 1 makes it a notable piece for those tracking the chronological release of the expansion.