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The Exemplar of Light is a Rare Angel creature card from the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Foundations set, numbered 11.

Exemplar of Light

2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Foundations

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Product Overview

Description

The Exemplar of Light stands as a distinct entry in the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Foundations set, identified by card number 11. This Rare Angel creature card offers a compelling gameplay loop centered on life gain, making it a favorite among players who enjoy incremental value strategies. The card’s design and mechanics reflect the creative direction of the Foundations series, providing collectors with a tangible piece of this modern era of the trading card game. As a four-mana white creature, Exemplar of Light brings significant board presence with its flying ability and a unique triggered ability. The card allows players to gain momentum by placing +1/+1 counters whenever life is gained, while also drawing cards when those counters are added, though this latter effect is limited to once per turn. This balance of power and restriction creates a dynamic playing experience that appeals to both casual and competitive enthusiasts. Card #11, illustrated by Ekaterina Burmak, captures the essence of the Angel subtype with elegance and precision. The card’s white mana identity and creature type make it a versatile addition to many deck archetypes, further increasing its desirability within the Magic: The Gathering community. Whether you are building a collection of rare cards from the 2024 Foundations set or seeking powerful creatures for your game, the Exemplar of Light represents a significant piece of Magic history. Its enduring popularity ensures that it remains a key card for enthusiasts looking to expand their libraries with high-impact, well-designed cards from this iconic trading card game.

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Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

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Year

2024

Series

Foundations

Card Number

#11

Featured Subject

The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.

Rarity

Rare

Artist

Ekaterina Burmak

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{2}{W}{W}

Type

Creature — Angel

Power / Toughness

3 / 3

Color

W

Card Text

Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.

Flying Whenever you gain life, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature. Whenever you put one or more +1/+1 counters on this creature, draw a card. This ability triggers only once each turn.

"I will not rest until you know peace."

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of Exemplar of Light?

The Exemplar of Light has a mana cost of {2}{W}{W}, requiring two generic mana and two white mana to cast. This gives it a mana value of four.

What abilities does Exemplar of Light have?

This Angel creature has flying and a triggered ability that places +1/+1 counters on it whenever you gain life. It also draws a card when counters are added, but only once each turn.

What rarity is Exemplar of Light in the Foundations set?

Exemplar of Light is printed as a Rare card in the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Foundations set, bearing the card number 11 and the set code FDN.

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