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Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector is a rare Legendary Creature — Human Noble from LTC (LTC) costing {2}{W}. Current price: $0.37 USD. Legal in Commander.

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector MTG card

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector

Legendary Creature — Human Noble

Card Text

{2}, {T}: Exile another target creature you control. You may return that card to the battlefield under its owner's control. If you don't, at the beginning of the next end step, return that card to the battlefield under its owner's control with a vigilance counter and a lifelink counter on it.

"Ónen i-Estel Edain, ú-chebin estel anim."

Card Stats

2/3 rare CMC: 3.0 LTC LTC 🎨 Marie Magny

Market Prices

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$0.37
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$0.79
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€0.43
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€9.90
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector? Basics

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector is a Legendary Creature — Human Noble card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "{2}, {T}: Exile another target creature you control. You may return that card to the battlefield under its owner's control. If you don't, at the beginning of the next end step, return that card to the battlefield under its owner's control with a vigilance counter and a lifelink counter on it."

How much mana does Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector cost to cast? Basics

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector has a mana cost of {2}{W}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires 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.

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector's mana cost of {2}{W} 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.

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector's current oracle text is: "{2}, {T}: Exile another target creature you control. You may return that card to the battlefield under its owner's control. If you don't, at the beginning of the next end step, return that card to the battlefield under its owner's control with a vigilance counter and a lifelink counter on it."

What is the current price of Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector? Pricing

The current market price for Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector is approximately $0.37 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.43 EUR.

Where can I buy Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector? Pricing

You can purchase Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector 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.

Is Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector in Standard is not available.

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

Is Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector in Modern is not available.

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

Is Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector 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 Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector legal in Legacy? Legality

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector legal in Vintage? Legality

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector 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 Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector 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 Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector from? Details

This printing of Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector is from LTC (LTC), with collector number 13.

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector's rarity? Details

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector is a rare card in LTC.

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

Who illustrated Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector? Details

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector was illustrated by Marie Magny.

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

What is Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector's power and toughness? Details

Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector is a 2/3 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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