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The details for Exemplar of Light, a rare Angel creature from the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Foundations set.

Exemplar of Light

2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Foundations

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Product Overview

Description

Exemplar of Light is a notable Angel creature from the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Foundations set, identified by card number 297. Designed by artist Chris Rahn, this rare card captures the essence of white mana’s life-gain mechanics in a powerful package. As a four-mana investment, it offers significant board presence with its 3/3 stats and the flying ability, allowing it to bypass ground blockers and apply pressure effectively. The card’s true strength lies in its triggered abilities, which create a rewarding loop for players who utilize life gain strategies. Whenever a player gains life, Exemplar of Light receives a +1/+1 counter, growing larger with every healing effect in the game. Furthermore, whenever these counters are placed on the creature, the controller draws a card, providing essential card advantage. This ability triggers only once each turn, ensuring balance while still offering substantial value during gameplay. Collectors and players alike appreciate Exemplar of Light for its elegant design and synergistic potential within white-based decks. Its inclusion in the Foundations set makes it a key piece for those looking to build comprehensive collections of modern Magic: The Gathering artifacts. The card’s straightforward yet impactful rules text makes it accessible for newer players while remaining a strategic asset for experienced commanders., enthusiasts can find this card to complete their Foundations checklist or add a versatile Angel to their strategic repertoire. The combination of flying, life-gain synergy, and card draw makes Exemplar of Light a standout inclusion in any white-aligned collection.

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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

#297

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

Chris Rahn

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.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of Exemplar of Light?

The mana cost for Exemplar of Light is {2}{W}{W}, requiring a total of four mana to cast.

What abilities does Exemplar of Light have?

Exemplar of Light has flying, triggers a +1/+1 counter when you gain life, and allows you to draw a card when counters are placed on it.

Who illustrated Exemplar of Light in the Foundations set?

The card was illustrated by Chris Rahn, who is credited for the artwork in the 2024 Foundations expansion.

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