Celestial Dawn is a highly sought-after Rare Enchantment from the 1999 Magic: The Gathering Classic Sixth Edition. This powerful card provides essential mana flexibility by allowing white mana to be spent as any color.
Celestial Dawn
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Classic Sixth Edition
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Description
Celestial Dawn stands as a cornerstone of white mana acceleration in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Released in 1999 as part of the Classic Sixth Edition, this card is identified by the set code 6ED and holds the number 7 in the base set. Illustrated by Liz Danforth, the card is classified as a Rare Enchantment with a mana cost of {1}{W}{W} and a mana value of 3. The strategic value of Celestial Dawn lies in its transformative effect on a player's resources. By making all lands you control count as Plains, it ensures a steady supply of white mana. Simultaneously, it restricts nonland permanents you control to be white, reinforcing the mono-white theme. Crucially, the card allows you to spend white mana as though it were mana of any color, effectively solving color screw issues in multi-colored decks. Conversely, it forces all other mana to be treated as colorless, demanding precise deck construction to avoid locking yourself out of colored spells. For collectors, this product represents a pivotal moment in Magic history. The Classic Sixth Edition was designed to be a comprehensive reprint set, making it accessible to new players while offering nostalgic value for veterans. Celestial Dawn remains a favorite among collectors and players alike for its unique utility and elegant design. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a vintage collection, this card from 1999 offers a distinct piece of gaming history.
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Card Details
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Celestial Dawn
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Liz Danforth
Card Stock
English
{1}{W}{W}
Enchantment
W
Card Text
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Lands you control are Plains. Nonland permanents you control are white. The same is true for spells you control and nonland cards you own that aren't on the battlefield. You may spend white mana as though it were mana of any color. You may spend other mana only as though it were colorless mana.
FAQ
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What is the mana value of Celestial Dawn?
The mana value of Celestial Dawn is 3, calculated from its total mana cost of {1}{W}{W}. This makes it a relatively low-cost enchantment that can be played early in the game.
How does Celestial Dawn affect mana spending?
Celestial Dawn allows you to spend white mana as though it were mana of any color. However, it also requires you to spend all other mana as though it were colorless, which impacts how you cast multi-colored spells.
Who illustrated Celestial Dawn in Classic Sixth Edition?
The artwork for Celestial Dawn in the Classic Sixth Edition was created by artist Liz Danforth. Her illustration is a key part of the card's identity within the 1999 release.
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