The Blinding Angel from Magic: The Gathering's Eighth Edition. This rare white creature features flying and a powerful combat suppression effect.
Blinding Angel
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Eighth Edition
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The Blinding Angel, designated as card number 8 in Magic: The Gathering's Eighth Edition, remains a staple for white mana enthusiasts and collectors of the 2003 era. Created by artist Todd Lockwood, this rare creature card introduces a formidable presence to any deck with its five-mana cost and Angel subtype. Its abilities allow it to traverse the battlefield unimpeded due to flying, while its triggered ability forces opponents to skip their next combat phase when dealing damage, effectively controlling the game's tempo. For fans of the Magic trading card game, this release represents a key piece of the format's history, offering strategic depth through its straightforward yet impactful mechanics. Collectors value this iteration for its clean design and the enduring utility of its abilities within the game's evolving landscape. Whether building a thematic angel-themed collection or seeking versatile creatures for competitive play, this card offers a compelling blend of aesthetic appeal and mechanical function. Understanding the nuances of the Eighth Edition set helps collectors appreciate the context in which this powerful white spell was printed, making it a notable entry for any serious Magic: The Gathering enthusiast.
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Blinding Angel
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Todd Lockwood
Card Stock
English
{3}{W}{W}
Creature — Angel
2 / 4
W
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Flying (This creature can't be blocked except by creatures with flying or reach.) Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, that player skips their next combat phase.
"Their eyes will shrivel and blacken before faith's true light."