The Benalish Commander foil is a rare creature card from the 2021 Time Spiral Remastered set, featuring the Suspend mechanic and artwork by Paolo Parente.
Benalish Commander
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Time Spiral Remastered
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Identified as card number 8 in the Time Spiral Remastered release, this Magic: The Gathering trading card game card brings a classic white soldier to the modern format. Released in 2021, the set repackages beloved cards with updated treatments, and this foil version adds a premium aesthetic appeal for enthusiasts. The card features the creature type Human Soldier and is illustrated by Paolo Parente, whose work defines the visual identity of this release. Gameplay-wise, the Benalish Commander offers a flexible power and toughness that scales with your board presence, making it a reliable presence in white-aligned decks. Its most distinct feature is the Suspend ability, allowing players to exile the card with time counters to cast it for free later. This mechanic provides a strategic advantage by delaying the mana cost while preparing a strong threat for the battlefield. As collectors curate their Magic: The Gathering collections, this card serves as a notable entry point for those interested in the Time Spiral era's design innovations. The combination of its foil finish, iconic artwork, and unique gameplay mechanics makes it a valuable addition to any serious collection.
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Benalish Commander
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Paolo Parente
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{W}
Creature — Human Soldier
* / *
W
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Benalish Commander's power and toughness are each equal to the number of Soldiers you control. Suspend X—{X}{W}{W}. X can't be 0. Whenever a time counter is removed from this card while it's exiled, create a 1/1 white Soldier creature token.