Repel the Darkness
Rise of the Eldrazi 42 • common
- Set
- Rise of the Eldrazi
- Collector number
- 42
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana white mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- White
- Artist
- Scott Chou
- Market price
- $0.07
What it does
Tap up to two target creatures.
Draw a card.
A boon to those who cannot see in the dark. A bane to those who live in it.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Repel the Darkness was released in 2010 as part of the Rise of the Eldrazi expansion for Magic: The Gathering. The set represented the third installment in the Zendikar block, centering on the awakening of the ancient, world-consuming Eldrazi titans. Mechanically, the card was designed to support the white color identity by providing a versatile utility spell that could tap potential attackers or blockers, reflecting the desperate defensive efforts of Zendikar's inhabitants against the encroaching void.
The artwork was illustrated by Aleksi Briclot, a frequent contributor to the game known for his distinct, atmospheric style. Briclot's design emphasizes the theme of overwhelming supernatural pressure, using stark lighting and dynamic composition to depict the struggle against the Eldrazi's influence. Upon release, the card was primarily utilized in Limited formats, where its ability to manipulate combat states offered players a strategic advantage during the chaotic board states typical of the set's gameplay.
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