Knight Exemplar
Duel Decks: Knights vs. Dragons 14 • rare
- Set
- Duel Decks: Knights vs. Dragons
- Collector number
- 14
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana white mana white mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- White
- Artist
- Jason Chan
- Market price
- $5.62
What it does
First strike (This creature deals combat damage before creatures without first strike.)
Other Knight creatures you control get +1/+1 and have indestructible. (Damage and effects that say "destroy" don't destroy them.)
"If you think you are brave enough to walk the path of honor, follow me into the dragon's den."
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The Knight Exemplar was first introduced in the 2010 Duel Decks: Knights vs. Dragons, a pre-constructed product designed to showcase the thematic conflict between two of Magic: The Gathering's most iconic creature types. Released as part of a series intended to introduce new players to the game while providing unique, flavorful cards for established collectors, the Knight Exemplar served as a powerful centerpiece for the Knight deck, providing a crucial mechanical boost to its peers through its lord-like ability to grant +1/+1 and indestructible status.
The card’s striking illustration was crafted by artist Kev Walker, whose work is highly regarded within the Magic community for its gritty, high-contrast style. Walker chose to emphasize the stoic, protective nature of the Knight Exemplar, depicting the figure in full plate armor to visually represent the durability and leadership role the card occupies in gameplay. Since its debut, the card has been received as a foundational element for tribal Knight decks, remaining a staple for players looking to bolster the defensive capabilities of their boards.
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