The 2012 Avacyn Restored Uncommon foil enchantment, Favorable Winds, enhances flying creatures with a +1/+1 boost. A staple card for Magic: The Gathering set builders.
Favorable Winds
2012 • Magic: The Gathering • Avacyn Restored
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Description
Favorable Winds stands as a key enchantment within the 2012 Magic: The Gathering Avacyn Restored set. Identified by card number 51 and the set code AVR, this Uncommon foil card offers distinct value for collectors who appreciate the visual sheen of foil treatments alongside functional gameplay utility. Created by artist Winona Nelson, the card features a mana cost of {1}{U} and serves as a versatile tool for blue-based strategies. In gameplay, Favorable Winds grants a +1/+1 counter to all creatures you control with flying. This effect makes it a potent inclusion in decks focused on aerial themes, providing immediate board presence. The card’s design reflects the aesthetic of the Avacyn Restored era, which explores the return of the angel Avacyn and the resurgence of gryff flocks. Collectors often seek out this card to complete their set collections, particularly those who prefer the foil version for its display quality. As an Uncommon rarity, Favorable Winds strikes a balance between accessibility and desirability. It is neither overly common nor prohibitively rare, making it a steady component for many Magic: The Gathering trading card game enthusiasts. The card’s enduring appeal lies in its straightforward mechanic and its place within one of Wizards of the Coast’s well-regarded sets. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a hobby collection, this enchantment represents a solid addition to your library. Its foil finish adds an extra layer of collectibility, ensuring it stands out in any binder or showcase.
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Favorable Winds
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Winona Nelson
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{U}
Enchantment
U
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Creatures you control with flying get +1/+1.
Long thought to be extinct, flocks of gryffs reappeared with Avacyn's return.






