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The Wandering Emperor is a 2022 Magic: The Gathering foil mythic rare legendary planeswalker from the Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty set, card number 42.

The Wandering Emperor

2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty

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Product Overview

Description

The Wandering Emperor stands as a pivotal white mana legendary planeswalker within the Magic: The Gathering universe. Released in 2022 as part of the Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty expansion, this card is identified by number 42 in the Neo set code. Designed by Tommy Arnold, the card features a distinctive foil finish that elevates its presence for collectors and players alike. As a mythic rare, it represents one of the highest tiers of rarity within the set's hierarchy, making it a significant addition to any organized collection. From a gameplay perspective, The Wandering Emperor offers versatile strategic options. With a mana cost of three white mana symbols and a loyalty of three, she brings unique utility to the table. Her ability allows her to enter the battlefield with flash, meaning players can activate her loyalty abilities instantaneously if she has just been cast. Her abilities include enhancing creatures with first strike through +1/+1 counters, creating vigilant Samurai tokens, and exiling tapped creatures to gain life. This blend of protection, aggression, and resource generation makes her a dynamic choice for white-based strategies. For the dedicated collector, owning this card provides a tangible connection to the rich lore and mechanical innovation of the Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty era. The combination of her mythic rare status, the high-quality foil treatment, and her impactful abilities ensures that this card remains relevant in both casual play and competitive environments. Whether you are building a theme deck around legendary planeswalkers or simply appreciate the artistic and mechanical design of Magic: The Gathering, The Wandering Emperor is a standout choice. It embodies the spirit of the set while offering powerful gameplay potential. Adding this card to your inventory connects you with a piece of modern TCG history that is both visually striking and mechanically robust.

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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

2022

Series

Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty

Card Number

#42

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Mythic Rare

Artist

Tommy Arnold

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{2}{W}{W}

Type

Legendary Planeswalker

Loyalty

3

Color

W

Card Text

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Flash As long as The Wandering Emperor entered this turn, you may activate her loyalty abilities any time you could cast an instant. +1: Put a +1/+1 counter on up to one target creature. It gains first strike until end of turn. −1: Create a 2/2 white Samurai creature token with vigilance. −2: Exile target tapped creature. You gain 2 life.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of The Wandering Emperor?

The Wandering Emperor has a mana cost of {2}{W}{W}, requiring three white mana to cast. It is a legendary planeswalker with a starting loyalty of three.

What abilities does The Wandering Emperor have?

The Wandering Emperor can put +1/+1 counters on creatures to grant first strike, create 2/2 white Samurai tokens with vigilance, and exile tapped creatures to gain life. She also has flash, allowing instant activation if she entered the turn.

What rarity is The Wandering Emperor card?

The Wandering Emperor is a mythic rare card in the Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty set. It is card number 42 and features a foil finish.

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