The Dawning Archaic is a legendary creature — avatar from the Secrets of Strixhaven expansion, presented here in a foil finish with mythic rare status.
The Dawning Archaic
2026 • Magic: The Gathering • Secrets of Strixhaven
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The Dawning Archaic stands as a formidable presence within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, specifically identified as card number 1 from the Secrets of Strixhaven series released in 2026. This legendary creature — avatar commands attention with its substantial mana value of 10 and a balanced 7/7 power and toughness, reflecting its status as a mythic rare card. The foil treatment adds a distinct visual appeal to this print, enhancing its desirability among enthusiasts who appreciate the aesthetic variations found within the SOS set code release. Designed by Josu Solano, this card offers a unique mechanical interaction that appeals to players and collectors alike. The spell benefits from a reduced casting cost based on the number of instant and sorcery cards in your graveyard, while also granting reach. Its ability allows you to cast target instant or sorcery from your graveyard without paying its mana cost when it attacks, exiling it instead of sending it back to the graveyard. This functionality makes The Dawning Archaic a significant piece for those building decks around graveyard synergy. As a key identifier in the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem, this card serves as a notable entry for collectors looking to complete their Secrets of Strixhaven collection or acquire a high-rarity artifact from the 2026 release. Its combination of strategic depth and foil finish ensures it remains a relevant and sought-after item in the hobby.
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Featured Subject
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Featured
The Dawning Archaic
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Mythic Rare
Josu Solano
Card Stock
English
Foil
{10}
Legendary Creature — Avatar
7 / 7
Card Text
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This spell costs {1} less to cast for each instant and sorcery card in your graveyard. Reach Whenever The Dawning Archaic attacks, you may cast target instant or sorcery card from your graveyard without paying its mana cost. If that spell would be put into your graveyard, exile it instead.