Ethereal Champion is a rare white Avatar creature card from Magic: The Gathering's 1999 Classic Sixth Edition, featuring a unique defensive mechanic.
Ethereal Champion
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Classic Sixth Edition
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Ethereal Champion stands as a significant white mana creature within Magic: The Gathering's Classic Sixth Edition, released in 1999. As a Rare card bearing number 20 in the 6ED set, this Avatar is valued by TCG collectors for its distinctive gameplay and Terese Nielsen's iconic illustration. The card features a mana cost of five, requiring three white mana to cast, and enters the battlefield with a power and toughness of 3/4. Collectors and players appreciate Ethereal Champion for its ability to prevent incoming damage by paying one life, a mechanic that adds strategic depth to deck construction. This product represents a key piece for those building complete sets of the Classic Sixth Edition or seeking high-quality white mana creatures for their collections. The card's design and rarity make it a staple for enthusiasts of the early Magic: The Gathering era, offering both nostalgic appeal and functional utility in various formats. Whether you are completing a set or expanding your library of rare creatures, Ethereal Champion remains a compelling addition for dedicated collectors.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Ethereal Champion
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Terese Nielsen
Card Stock
English
{2}{W}{W}{W}
Creature — Avatar
3 / 4
W
Card Text
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Pay 1 life: Prevent the next 1 damage that would be dealt to this creature this turn.
"If I have learned anything as a wizard it is this: never fight your own battles." —Waffa, sorcerer of Nyomba
