The Helping Hand card (LCI #17) from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Lost Caverns of Ixalan expansion is a white sorcery designed to return low-cost creatures from the graveyard.
Helping Hand
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lost Caverns of Ixalan
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Description
The Helping Hand card, cataloged as number 17 in the Lost Caverns of Ixalan set, stands as a functional white sorcery within the Magic: The Gathering framework. Released in 2023, this card allows players to retrieve a target creature with a mana value of three or less from their graveyard directly to the battlefield, albeit in a tapped state. This mechanic provides crucial late-game recovery options for decks focused on creature recursion and resource management. Collectors appreciate this piece for its strategic utility and its place within the rich lore of the Ixalan plane. For investors and hobbyists building comprehensive Magic: The Gathering collections, this uncommon card represents a tangible connection to the game's evolving strategic landscape. Its distinct identity as a white mana spell makes it a recognizable component for those tracking set completeness or specific color identities. Whether you are assembling a full set of Lost Caverns of Ixalan or focusing on specific card types, Helping Hand offers a clear example of the game's intricate design philosophy. The card's straightforward mechanics and thematic relevance make it a staple for understanding the era's competitive and casual play styles.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Helping Hand
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Aldo Domínguez
Card Stock
English
{W}
Sorcery
W
Card Text
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Return target creature card with mana value 3 or less from your graveyard to the battlefield tapped.
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FAQ
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What does the Helping Hand card do in Magic: The Gathering?
Helping Hand is a white sorcery that lets you return a target creature card with mana value 3 or less from your graveyard to the battlefield in a tapped state.
What set is the Helping Hand card from?
This card is part of the Lost Caverns of Ixalan expansion, released by Wizards of the Coast in 2023. It is numbered 17 within the set.
Who illustrated the Helping Hand card?
The artwork for this card was created by illustrator Aldo Domínguez, who contributed to the visual style of the Lost Caverns of Ixalan set.
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