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The Angelic Purge foil card from Magic: The Gathering's 2016 Shadows over Innistrad expansion. This #3 card features Zezhou Chen's art.

Angelic Purge

2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Shadows over Innistrad

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Product Overview

Description

The Angelic Purge foil card stands as a notable entry in the 2016 Shadows over Innistrad expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Identified as card number 3 in the set, this product represents a specific moment in the game's history, blending strategic gameplay with the dark gothic aesthetic that defines the Innistrad plane. As a common card with a foil treatment, it offers collectors an accessible yet visually striking piece to add to their library. In gameplay, Angelic Purge serves as a versatile white sorcery with a mana cost of {2}{W}. Its unique mechanic requires the player to sacrifice a permanent as an additional cost, allowing them to exile a target artifact, creature, or enchantment. This sacrifice clause adds a layer of strategic depth, making the card a compelling choice for decks that benefit from board control and resource management. The interplay between the card's cost and its effect creates interesting decision points during matches, appealing to both casual and competitive players. For collectors, the Shadows over Innistrad release offers a rich tapestry of cards that reflect the gothic horror themes of the setting. The Angelic Purge foil card, with its shimmering finish, enhances the visual experience of collecting and displaying Magic: The Gathering cards. Whether you are building a comprehensive set collection or seeking specific cards for your deck, this product provides a tangible connection to the game's lore and mechanics. The combination of Zezhou Chen's artistic vision and the card's strategic utility makes it a valued item for enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2016

Series

Shadows over Innistrad

Card Number

#3

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Zezhou Chen

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{2}{W}

Type

Sorcery

Color

W

Card Text

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As an additional cost to cast this spell, sacrifice a permanent. Exile target artifact, creature, or enchantment.

"We must save you from yourselves."

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FAQ

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What is the mana cost of Angelic Purge?

Angelic Purge has a mana cost of {2}{W}, requiring two generic mana and one white mana to cast. It is a white sorcery with a mana value of 3.

How does the sacrifice mechanic work on this card?

To cast Angelic Purge, you must sacrifice a permanent as an additional cost. Once paid, you can exile a target artifact, creature, or enchantment from the battlefield.

Who is the artist for Shadows over Innistrad card #3?

The artwork for Angelic Purge, card number 3 in the Shadows over Innistrad set, is created by artist Zezhou Chen.

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