This 2017 Amonkhet foil card features Gideon of the Trials, a powerful Mythic Rare Planeswalker essential for Magic: The Gathering collectors and players.
Gideon of the Trials
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Amonkhet
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Description
Gideon of the Trials is a legendary Planeswalker card released in 2017 as part of the Amonkhet set for Magic: The Gathering. Identified as card number 14, this foil Mythic Rare card is a significant piece for any comprehensive collection. The artwork is by Izzy, and the card features a mana cost of {1}{W}{W} with a mana value of 3, making it a strategic asset in gameplay. The card’s abilities allow for versatile defensive and offensive maneuvers. Players can use its +1 ability to prevent all damage a target permanent would deal until their next turn. The 0 loyalty abilities offer powerful effects: one turns Gideon into an indestructible 4/4 Human Soldier creature, while the other grants an emblem that prevents the controller from losing the game and stops opponents from winning as long as a Gideon planeswalker is controlled. This unique mechanic makes Gideon of the Trials a standout card in the Amonkhet expansion. Collectors value this foil version for its shimmering finish and its status as a Mythic Rare card, which denotes high rarity within the set. The card is a staple for those building decks around Gideon or completing the Amonkhet set. Its enduring popularity in the Magic: The Gathering community ensures it remains a sought-after item for both casual players and serious collectors. Whether you are looking to enhance your deck or expand your collection, this card represents a key moment in the Amonkhet storyline and gameplay mechanics.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Gideon of the Trials
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Mythic Rare
Izzy
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{W}{W}
Legendary Planeswalker — Gideon
3
W
Card Text
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+1: Until your next turn, prevent all damage target permanent would deal. 0: Until end of turn, Gideon becomes a 4/4 Human Soldier creature with indestructible that's still a planeswalker. Prevent all damage that would be dealt to him this turn. 0: You get an emblem with "As long as you control a Gideon planeswalker, you can't lose the game and your opponents can't win the game."
FAQ
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What type of card is Gideon of the Trials?
Gideon of the Trials is a Legendary Planeswalker card from the Magic: The Gathering Amonkhet set. It features abilities that allow for damage prevention and a unique emblem that affects the game's win/loss conditions.
What is the rarity of this card?
This card is a Mythic Rare foil, which is the highest rarity tier in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. It is card number 14 in the Amonkhet set, released in 2017.
Who illustrated Gideon of the Trials?
The card was illustrated by Izzy. The foil treatment adds a distinct visual appeal to the card, making it a desirable item for collectors of the Amonkhet set.
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