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Galadriel, Light of Valinor is a mythic Legendary Creature — Elf Noble from LTC (LTC) costing {2}{G}{W}{U}. Current price: $19.46 USD. Legal in Commander.

Galadriel, Light of Valinor MTG card

Galadriel, Light of Valinor

Legendary Creature — Elf Noble

Card Text

Alliance — Whenever another creature you control enters, choose one that hasn't been chosen this turn — • Add {G}{G}{G}. • Put a +1/+1 counter on each creature you control. • Scry 2, then draw a card.

Card Stats

3/3 mythic CMC: 5.0 LTC LTC 🎨 Alexander Mokhov
Alliance Scry

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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Galadriel, Light of Valinor? Basics

Galadriel, Light of Valinor is a Legendary Creature — Elf Noble card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Alliance — Whenever another creature you control enters, choose one that hasn't been chosen this turn — • Add {G}{G}{G}. • Put a +1/+1 counter on each creature you control. • Scry 2, then draw a card."

How much mana does Galadriel, Light of Valinor cost to cast? Basics

Galadriel, Light of Valinor has a mana cost of {2}{G}{W}{U}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G, U, W mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Galadriel, Light of Valinor's mana cost of {2}{G}{W}{U} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Galadriel, Light of Valinor has a mana value of 5.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Galadriel, Light of Valinor's current oracle text is: "Alliance — Whenever another creature you control enters, choose one that hasn't been chosen this turn — • Add {G}{G}{G}. • Put a +1/+1 counter on each creature you control. • Scry 2, then draw a card."

What is the current price of Galadriel, Light of Valinor? Pricing

The current market price for Galadriel, Light of Valinor is approximately $19.46 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $13.74 USD.

Where can I buy Galadriel, Light of Valinor? Pricing

You can purchase Galadriel, Light of Valinor from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Galadriel, Light of Valinor normal: $19.46 | foil: $13.74

Is Galadriel, Light of Valinor legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Galadriel, Light of Valinor in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Galadriel, Light of Valinor legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Galadriel, Light of Valinor in Modern is not available.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Galadriel, Light of Valinor legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Galadriel, Light of Valinor is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Galadriel, Light of Valinor legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Galadriel, Light of Valinor in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Galadriel, Light of Valinor legal in Legacy? Legality

Galadriel, Light of Valinor is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Galadriel, Light of Valinor legal in Vintage? Legality

Galadriel, Light of Valinor is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Galadriel, Light of Valinor legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Galadriel, Light of Valinor in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Galadriel, Light of Valinor from? Details

This printing of Galadriel, Light of Valinor is from LTC (LTC), with collector number 498.

Galadriel, Light of Valinor may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Galadriel, Light of Valinor's rarity? Details

Galadriel, Light of Valinor is a mythic card in LTC.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Galadriel, Light of Valinor? Details

Galadriel, Light of Valinor was illustrated by Alexander Mokhov.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Galadriel, Light of Valinor's power and toughness? Details

Galadriel, Light of Valinor is a 3/3 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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