Quick Answer

Light of Promise is a uncommon Enchantment — Aura from M21 (M21) costing {2}{W}. Current price: $0.38 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Light of Promise MTG card

Light of Promise

Enchantment — Aura

Card Text

Enchant creature Enchanted creature has "Whenever you gain life, put that many +1/+1 counters on this creature."

The light washed over him, and in the wind he heard the roars of all the pridemates who had come before.

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 3.0 M21 M21 🎨 Cristi Balanescu
Enchant

Market Prices

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$0.38
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TCGPlayer
$1.22
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Card Kingdom
$1.29
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Card Kingdom
$1.99
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Cardmarket
€0.37
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€0.89
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Prices updated: 2025-12-08

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Light of Promise? Basics

Light of Promise is a Enchantment — Aura card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Enchant creature Enchanted creature has "Whenever you gain life, put that many +1/+1 counters on this creature.""

How much mana does Light of Promise cost to cast? Basics

Light of Promise 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.

Light of Promise'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.

Light of Promise 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.

Light of Promise's current oracle text is: "Enchant creature Enchanted creature has "Whenever you gain life, put that many +1/+1 counters on this creature.""

What is the current price of Light of Promise? Pricing

The current market price for Light of Promise is approximately $0.38 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $1.22 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.37 EUR.

Where can I buy Light of Promise? Pricing

You can purchase Light of Promise 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.

Light of Promise normal: $0.38 | foil: $1.22

Is Light of Promise legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Light of Promise in Standard is not available.

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

Is Light of Promise legal in Modern? Legality

Light of Promise is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Light of Promise legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Light of Promise 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 Light of Promise legal in Pioneer? Legality

Light of Promise is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Light of Promise legal in Legacy? Legality

Light of Promise is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Light of Promise legal in Vintage? Legality

Light of Promise 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 Light of Promise legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Light of Promise 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 Light of Promise from? Details

This printing of Light of Promise is from M21 (M21), with collector number 25.

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

What is Light of Promise's rarity? Details

Light of Promise is a uncommon card in M21.

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

Who illustrated Light of Promise? Details

Light of Promise was illustrated by Cristi Balanescu.

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

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