The 2017 Magic: The Gathering Ixalan release features the Verdant Sun's Avatar foil card, a powerful Dinosaur Avatar with life-gain mechanics.
Verdant Sun's Avatar
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Ixalan
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This foil version of the card features artwork by Izzy and serves as a significant piece for collectors focusing on the set's dinosaur theme. With a mana value of seven and a power/toughness of 5/5, the card offers a robust presence on the battlefield. Its primary ability triggers whenever this creature or another creature you control enters the battlefield, allowing the controller to gain life equal to that creature's toughness. This life-gain mechanic makes it a valuable asset for defensive strategies within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Collectors often seek out the foil treatment of Verdant Sun's Avatar for its visual appeal and its role in the Ixalan set's narrative of ancient dinosaurs and sun worship. The card's green color identity aligns with the set's exploration of nature and growth. For those building a comprehensive collection of Magic: The Gathering cards, this foil card from the 2017 release represents a key component of the Ixalan set.
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Verdant Sun's Avatar
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Izzy
Card Stock
English
Foil
{5}{G}{G}
Creature — Dinosaur Avatar
5 / 5
G
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Whenever this creature or another creature you control enters, you gain life equal to that creature's toughness.
"Ixalli's fertile rays enliven us all. Each of us is a testament to the sun's strength and love." —Chitlati, Lightning Rider