Celestial Crusader is a 2006 Magic: The Gathering card from the Time Spiral set, featuring a white Spirit creature with unique flash and split-second abilities.
Celestial Crusader
2006 • Magic: The Gathering • Time Spiral
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Celestial Crusader, designated as card number 7 in the Time Spiral expansion, represents a distinct moment in Magic: The Gathering’s 2006 release history. This Uncommon white creature card introduces a Spirit with a mana value of four, requiring two generic and two white mana to cast. The card’s mechanical identity is defined by its simultaneous Flash and Split Second capabilities. This combination allows players to cast it at instant speed while preventing opponents from responding with non-mana spells. Additionally, it provides a global buff, granting +1/+1 to other white creatures on the battlefield, making it a supportive powerhouse in white-based strategies. For enthusiasts of The catalog, this card serves as an essential component for those building complete Time Spiral collections. Its status as a staple in white mana decks during its original run ensures it remains relevant for both nostalgic collectors and competitive players seeking to understand the evolution of Magic mechanics.
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Celestial Crusader
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Jim Murray
Card Stock
English
{2}{W}{W}
Creature — Spirit
2 / 2
W
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Flash Split second (As long as this spell is on the stack, players can't cast spells or activate abilities that aren't mana abilities.) Flying Other white creatures get +1/+1.