Parhelion II

Description

Parhelion II, card number 24 from the 2019 Magic: The Gathering War of the Spark expansion, is a formidable Legendary Artifact Vehicle. Designed by artist Adam Paquette, this foil Rare card carries a mana cost of six generic and two white mana, resulting in a mana value of eight. The card possesses flying, first strike, and vigilance, making it a resilient threat on the battlefield. The card's most defining feature is its attack trigger: whenever Parhelion II attacks, it creates two 4/4 white Angel creature tokens with flying and vigilance. This ability allows it to flood the board with powerful allies, turning a single large threat into a swarm of unblockable angels. To utilize this massive artifact, players must crew it by tapping creatures with total power four or more, transforming it into an artifact creature until end of turn. This mechanic integrates seamlessly with creature-heavy strategies, rewarding players who build around token generation and synergy. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards often seek out Parhelion II for its iconic status within the War of the Spark storyline and its powerful gameplay mechanics. The foil finish adds a layer of visual appeal that many enthusiasts appreciate when building their library. Whether you are focused on completing the War of the Spark set or building a deck centered around angel tokens and vehicle synergy, this card offers both strategic depth and aesthetic value.