Banishing Light, card 161 from the 2023 Magic: The Gathering Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset, featuring a powerful white enchantment.
Banishing Light
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Tales of Middle-earth • Commander
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Card 161 in the 2023 Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset, Banishing Light serves as a pivotal white enchantment within the Magic: The Gathering universe. Designed by Joseph Meehan, this uncommon card captures the strategic depth of the Middle-earth theme through its impactful rules text. When played, the enchantment exiles a target nonland permanent controlled by an opponent until this card leaves the battlefield, offering a temporary but potent removal option. Collectors of TCG cards often seek out specific cards from this set to complete their collections or to build themed decks that reflect the lore of J.R.R. Tolkien's world. Whether you are a veteran player or a new collector, understanding the mechanics and history of cards like Banishing Light enhances the overall collecting experience.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Year
2023
Brand
Magic: The Gathering
Series
Tales of Middle-earth
Subset
Commander
Subset Type
Subset
Card Number
#161
Featured Subject
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Featured
Banishing Light
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Joseph Meehan
Card Stock
English
{2}{W}
Enchantment
W
Card Text
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When this enchantment enters, exile target nonland permanent an opponent controls until this enchantment leaves the battlefield.
Before all went Aragorn with the Flame of the West—Andúril, like a new fire kindled, Narsil reforged as deadly as of old. And upon his brow was the Star of Elendil.