The Samite Healer (card #38) from Magic: The Gathering's Seventh Edition is a foundational white mana source offering versatile defensive protection for your games.
Samite Healer
2001 • Magic: The Gathering • Seventh Edition
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The Samite Healer is a staple white mana creature from Magic: The Gathering's Seventh Edition, released in 2001. As card number 38 in the set, this Common rarity card has served as a reliable defensive tool for players navigating the game's early eras. Its simple yet effective ability allows a player to tap the creature to prevent the next point of damage that would be dealt to any target during that turn, making it a flexible answer to aggressive strategies across various formats. Designed by Anson Maddocks, the Samite Healer embodies the classic aesthetic of early Magic expansions. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards, Seventh Edition remains a significant release due to its comprehensive reprinting of classic cards, making it accessible for both new players and seasoned enthusiasts looking to complete their library. The card’s Human Cleric subtype ties it to the lore of the plane of Mirrodin and beyond, adding narrative depth to its mechanical utility. Whether you are building a casual deck, focusing on set completion, or exploring the history of the Trading Card Game, the Samite Healer represents a key piece of Magic’s legacy. Its straightforward rules text and low mana cost make it a familiar sight in games played for decades. Collectors often appreciate Seventh Edition for its high-quality card stock and iconic design language that defined the game’s visual identity for years. This product aggregates available copies of this card, allowing you to find the version that fits your collecting goals, whether for gameplay utility or archival purposes.
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Samite Healer
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Anson Maddocks
Card Stock
English
{1}{W}
Creature — Human Cleric
1 / 1
W
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{T}: Prevent the next 1 damage that would be dealt to any target this turn.
Why does a Samite heal? You might as well ask why a bird flies.




















