Temple Altisaur is a foil rare creature card from Magic: The Gathering's 2018 Rivals of Ixalan expansion, featuring a unique defensive ability for white dinosaur decks.
Temple Altisaur
2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Rivals of Ixalan
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Temple Altisaur, card number 28 in Magic: The Gathering's Rivals of Ixalan set, stands out as a formidable white creature for enthusiasts of the trading card game. Released in 2018, this foil rare dinosaur brings both aesthetic appeal and strategic depth to collectors and players alike. The card’s shimmering finish enhances its visual presence, making it a desirable addition for those who appreciate the artistic craftsmanship of the Rixma era. As a five-mana white dinosaur, Temple Altisaur offers a distinct tactical advantage through its unique defensive capability. The card’s ability allows it to mitigate damage dealt to other dinosaurs you control, preventing all but one point of that damage. This makes it a valuable asset for strategies built around protecting your dinosaur tribe. The design reflects the set’s focus on prehistoric themes and ancient temples, capturing the essence of the Ixalan world without relying on specific lore details. Collectors often seek out Temple Altisaur for its combination of rarity, foil treatment, and gameplay utility. The card’s identity as a rare creature ensures it holds a special place in any Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether you are building a dinosaur-themed deck or simply admiring the intricate foil work, this card represents a key piece of the Rivals of Ixalan expansion. Its status as a foil rare makes it particularly noteworthy for those who value both the artistic and mechanical aspects of the game. For investors and hobbyists, Temple Altisaur serves as a tangible connection to a pivotal moment in Magic: The Gathering history. Its enduring popularity among collectors stems from its balanced stats, unique ability, and the prestige of being a foil rare from this beloved expansion.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Temple Altisaur
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Daarken
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{W}
Creature — Dinosaur
3 / 4
W
Card Text
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If a source would deal damage to another Dinosaur you control, prevent all but 1 of that damage.
"Kinjalli sculpted humans from clay, but the dinosaurs were carved from unyielding stone." —Itzama the Crested








