The foil treatment of Raise the Alarm from the 2016 Conspiracy: Take The Crown set creates a distinct visual profile for this classic white instant.
Raise the Alarm
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Conspiracy: Take the Crown
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This release features a foil finish, adding a shimmering depth to Zoltan Boros's illustration that appeals to collectors seeking premium aesthetic details within the Conspiracy series. As a common rarity card, it serves as a foundational piece for decks requiring reliable early-game creature generation, making it a staple for both competitive builders and casual players alike. Raise the Alarm allows players to create two 1/1 white Soldier creature tokens with the mana cost of one white mana, offering exceptional efficiency for its mana value of two. This ability makes it highly relevant in formats where token strategies thrive, providing immediate board presence and mana acceleration potential. Collectors often seek out the foil variant of Raise the Alarm due to its distinct finish and role in the Conspiracy block's lore. The card's design fits seamlessly into the Conspiracy aesthetic, characterized by its unique frame and thematic elements. Whether you are completing a full set of Conspiracy: Take The Crown cards or focusing on specific foil treatments, this card represents a tangible connection to one of Magic's most creative expansions periods. Its enduring popularity in various playstyles ensures that both raw and graded examples remain active participants in the secondary market, maintaining steady interest among long-time enthusiasts and new players exploring the game's history.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Raise the Alarm
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Zoltan Boros
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{W}
Instant
W
Card Text
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Create two 1/1 white Soldier creature tokens.
Like blinking or breathing, responding to an alarm is an involuntary reflex.
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of Raise the Alarm?
Raise the Alarm has a mana cost of one generic mana and one white mana. This low cost makes it an efficient option for early turns in Magic: The Gathering, allowing players to generate creature tokens quickly without depleting their mana resources.
Who illustrated Raise the Alarm in Conspiracy: Take The Crown?
Zoltan Boros is the credited artist for Raise the Alarm.
What does Raise the Alarm do in gameplay?
When cast, Raise the Alarm allows the player to create two 1/1 white Soldier creature tokens. This effect provides immediate board presence and can be used for attacking, blocking, or fueling other card abilities that benefit from having creatures on the battlefield.
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