Mikaeus, the Lunarch
Innistrad 23 • mythic
- Set
- Innistrad
- Collector number
- 23
- Rarity
- Mythic
- Mana cost
- X mana white mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- White
- Artist
- Steven Belledin
- Market price
- $0.74
What it does
Mikaeus enters with X +1/+1 counters on it.
tap: Put a +1/+1 counter on Mikaeus.
tap, Remove a +1/+1 counter from Mikaeus: Put a +1/+1 counter on each other creature you control.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Mikaeus, the Lunarch was introduced in the 2011 Magic: The Gathering set Innistrad, a gothic horror-themed expansion designed to evoke the atmosphere of classic monster cinema and Victorian dread. As the highest-ranking official of the Church of Avacyn, Mikaeus represents the theological and political centerpiece of the plane's human resistance against the encroaching darkness. Mechanically, the card was designed to reflect his role as a spiritual leader, utilizing a charging counter system that allows him to bolster his followers over time.
The card was illustrated by Igor Kieryluk, who depicted Mikaeus with a design emphasizing both his ecclesiastical authority and the underlying fragility of the Church in a world losing its protector. The artwork captures a somber, regal aesthetic consistent with the set's muted color palette and focus on liturgical motifs. Upon its release, players noted the card for its versatility as a scalable threat and a utility piece in commander formats, where it remains a staple for decks focused on +1/+1 counter synergies.
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