The Devout Monk card from Magic: The Gathering's 1999 Starter Set, a foundational white creature for early collectors and TCG enthusiasts.
Devout Monk
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Starter
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The Devout Monk is a distinct entry in the 1999 Magic: The Gathering Starter Set, serving as card number 14 within this foundational release. As a Common rarity card from the 'S99' set, it represents one of the earliest accessible pieces of Magic history for modern collectors. This creature — Human Monk Cleric — costs a single white mana to cast and provides a modest life gain upon entering the battlefield, embodying the straightforward, tutorial-friendly design philosophy of the era. The Devout Monk captures that introductory spirit with its simple mechanics and clean typography. Collectors often seek out cards from this year and set to understand the evolution of card design and flavor text, such as the memorable line "Discipline wears many robes." Whether you are a long-time veteran or new to the hobby, adding this piece to your collection offers a tangible connection to the origins of competitive trading card gaming. It remains a notable artifact for anyone studying the development of the game's earliest mechanics and aesthetics.
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Devout Monk
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Daniel Gelon
Card Stock
English
{W}
Creature — Human Monk Cleric
1 / 1
W
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When this creature enters, you gain 1 life.
Discipline wears many robes.