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The 2014 Magic: The Gathering card Banishing Light, card number 5 from the Journey into Nyx set, is an Uncommon white Enchantment featuring a foil treatment.

Banishing Light

2014 • Magic: The Gathering • Journey into Nyx

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Product Overview

Description

Banishing Light stands as a potent white Enchantment in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, originating from the 2014 Journey into Nyx expansion. Designed by Willian Murai, this card carries the card number 5 and is classified as an Uncommon rarity within the set. The card features a distinctive foil finish that enhances its visual appeal for collectors who appreciate the aesthetic depth of premium print treatments. As a three-mana-cost spell, Banishing Light offers players a strategic method to temporarily remove threats from the board. The card’s effect allows the controller to exile a target nonland permanent an opponent controls until the enchantment itself leaves the battlefield. This mechanic provides a flexible tool for controlling the game state without permanently destroying valuable resources, a concept that resonates with both competitive players and casual enthusiasts. Banishing Light fits seamlessly into this narrative context, representing the power of divine judgment and temporary restraint. For collectors focusing on specific colors or card types, this white Enchantment serves as a key component in themed collections or subset builders., enthusiasts can explore the broader catalog of Magic: The Gathering cards, including various sets and rarities. Whether you are looking to complete a specific set like Journey into Nyx or seeking foil variants for their visual quality, understanding the card’s identity and mechanical role is essential. The combination of strategic utility and aesthetic design makes Banishing Light a notable entry in the 2014 release.

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Card Details

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

Catalog Profile

The core identity of the card within the set.

Year

2014

Series

Journey into Nyx

Card Number

#5

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

Uncommon

Artist

Willian Murai

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{2}{W}

Type

Enchantment

Color

W

Card Text

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

When this enchantment enters, exile target nonland permanent an opponent controls until this enchantment leaves the battlefield.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of Banishing Light?

Banishing Light has a mana cost of two generic mana and one white mana, totaling a mana value of three. This cost makes it accessible in the early to mid-game stages of a match.

Who illustrated the artwork for Banishing Light?

The artwork for Banishing Light was created by Willian Murai. His style contributes to the distinctive visual identity of the Journey into Nyx set.

How does Banishing Light interact with the battlefield?

When Banishing Light enters the battlefield, you may exile a target nonland permanent an opponent controls. That permanent returns to the battlefield when Banishing Light leaves.

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