The details of the White Knight trading card from Magic: The Gathering's 1993 Unlimited Edition, a staple of early white mana strategies.
White Knight
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Unlimited Edition
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The White Knight card, numbered 44 in the 1993 Unlimited Edition, remains a cornerstone for enthusiasts of early Magic: The Gathering collectibles. Designed by Daniel Gelon and marked with the set code 2ED, this uncommon creature features a mana cost of two white mana, making it an accessible addition to any collector's portfolio. As a Human Knight, the card provides critical defensive utility through first strike and protection from black, mechanics that defined the strategic depth of the game's initial years. Collectors often seek this release to complete their sets of the Unlimited Edition, which introduced many of the game's most iconic characters. The card's design reflects the artistic style of the era, capturing the fantasy aesthetic that helped establish Magic: The Gathering as a cultural phenomenon. For investors and hobbyists alike, pieces from this foundational set offer a tangible connection to the hobby's origins. Whether you are building a themed collection or exploring the history of trading card games, the White Knight offers a compelling piece of Magic: The Gathering lore and gameplay history. Its enduring presence in the game's history makes it a relevant subject for those tracking the evolution of collector card markets.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
White Knight
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Daniel Gelon
Card Stock
English
{W}{W}
Creature — Human Knight
2 / 2
W
Card Text
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First strike (This creature deals combat damage before creatures without first strike.) Protection from black (This creature can't be blocked, targeted, dealt damage, or enchanted by anything black.)
Out of the blackness and stench of the engulfing swamp emerged a shimmering figure. Only the splattered armor and ichor-stained sword hinted at the unfathomable evil the knight had just laid waste.