# 1997 Magic: The Gathering Portal #23

> The Portal Renewing Dawn card #23 is an uncommon 1997 sorcery that offers strategic life gain based on opponent assets.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 1997
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Portal
- **Card number**: #23
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Renewing Dawn, identified as card number 23 in the 1997 Portal set, stands as a distinct entry in Magic: The Gathering's early history. Designed by John Avon, this uncommon white sorcery introduces a unique mechanical interaction that rewards players for tracking opponent resources rather than just their own board state. The card's function allows the caster to gain life equivalent to the number of Mountain lands controlled by each target opponent, creating a dynamic swing in resource management during gameplay. This design reflects the Portal series' goal of simplifying complex rules for new players while retaining deep strategic possibilities.

## FAQ

### What type of card is Renewing Dawn?

Renewing Dawn is an uncommon Sorcery card from the 1997 Portal set. It costs two mana to cast and features white mana in its color identity.

### Who illustrated the Portal Renewing Dawn card?

The artwork for card number 23 in the Portal set was created by artist John Avon.

### How does the card's effect work?

The card allows the player to gain life equal to the total number of Mountain lands controlled by each target opponent at the time of resolution.

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