The foil version of Acclaimed Contender from Magic: The Gathering's 2019 Throne of Eldraine set, identified by card number 1 and rarity Rare.
Acclaimed Contender
2019 • Magic: The Gathering • Throne of Eldraine
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Acclaimed Contender serves as the first card in Magic: The Gathering's 2019 Throne of Eldraine expansion, carrying the number 1 designation within the ELD set code. Printed as a Rare foil, this Human Knight creature card features the artist David Gaillet and utilizes the white mana color identity with a mana value of three. Gameplay mechanics allow the card to trigger when entering the battlefield, offering strategic value by letting players examine the top five cards of their library to find a Knight, Aura, Equipment, or legendary artifact. This functionality makes it a functional asset for builders focusing on knight synergies or enchantment strategies. The foil treatment adds a distinct visual appeal, making it a desirable target for collectors seeking high-quality finishes from this era. Acclaimed Contender remains a notable entry for those assembling the complete Throne of Eldraine set, representing the early design philosophy of the expansion. Its combination of mechanical utility and collectible foil finish ensures it holds a steady place in Magic: The Gathering collector catalogs.
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Acclaimed Contender
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
David Gaillet
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{W}
Creature — Human Knight
3 / 3
W
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When this creature enters, if you control another Knight, look at the top five cards of your library. You may reveal a Knight, Aura, Equipment, or legendary artifact card from among them and put it into your hand. Put the rest on the bottom of your library in a random order.