The foil version of Bathe in Light from the 2005 Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion. This Uncommon Instant card features the Radiance mechanic and is card number 2 in the set.
Bathe in Light
2005 • Magic: The Gathering • Ravnica: City of Guilds
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| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
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| Raw / Ungraded | $1.91 | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) | Source observation date unavailable |
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Description
Released in 2005, the Ravnica: City of Guilds expansion established the complex guild society that would define Magic: The Gathering for years. Card number 2 in this landmark set is Bathe in Light, an Uncommon Instant spell that introduces the Radiance mechanic to players. Designed by Alex Horley-Orlandelli, this card represents the white mana identity within the Ravnica block's intricate color pie. The Radiance mechanic allows players to choose a color, granting protection to creatures sharing that color until end of turn. This strategic depth made Bathe in Light a staple in white-based decks during the Ravnica block era. The foil treatment adds a shimmering finish that enhances the card's visual appeal, making it a desirable addition for collectors focusing on set completion or specific finish variations. Whether you are building a comprehensive Ravnica collection or seeking specific foil variants for your deck, this card remains a significant piece of Magic history. Its connection to the iconic guilds of Ravnica continues to resonate with both veteran players and new enthusiasts exploring the game's rich lore and mechanics. Collectors often seek out low-numbered cards from major sets like Ravnica due to their historical significance and aesthetic appeal. As card number 2, Bathe in Light holds a prominent position in the set's numbering sequence. The combination of its strategic gameplay utility, striking foil finish, and place in Magic's most successful block makes it a enduring favorite among TCG enthusiasts.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Bathe in Light
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Alex Horley-Orlandelli
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{W}
Instant
W
Card Text
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Radiance — Choose a color. Target creature and each other creature that shares a color with it gain protection from the chosen color until end of turn.
"Truth shines even in darkness. Those who march on the side of truth walk always in righteous light."





