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The Dawning Archaic — Secrets of Strixhaven #289
The Dawning Archaic is a mythic rare Legendary Creature — Avatar from Secrets of Strixhaven (2026), collector number 289, illustrated by Mintautas Šukys.
The Dawning Archaic price
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Card details
- Number
- 289
- Rarity
- Mythic rare
- Mana cost
- {10}
- Colour
- Colourless
- Power / toughness
- 7/7
- Illustrator
- Mintautas Šukys
- Released
- 24 April 2026
What The Dawning Archaic does
This spell costs {1} less to cast for each instant and sorcery card in your graveyard.
Reach
Whenever The Dawning Archaic attacks, you may cast target instant or sorcery card from your graveyard without paying its mana cost. If that spell would be put into your graveyard, exile it instead.
Format legality
Other printings of The Dawning Archaic
| No. | Card | Set | Rarity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  The Dawning Archaic Legendary Creature — Avatar | Secrets of Strixhaven 2026 | Mythic rare | €1.30 |
| 1p |  The Dawning Archaic Legendary Creature — Avatar | Secrets of Strixhaven Promos 2026 | Mythic rare | €1.68 |
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Questions people ask
How much is The Dawning Archaic from Secrets of Strixhaven worth?
About €2.42 for a near-mint non-foil copy, and €3.78 in foil. Check UK eBay sold listings for what copies really sell for here.
How many printings of The Dawning Archaic are there?
3 English paper printings, from Secrets of Strixhaven Promos to Secrets of Strixhaven. The cheapest right now is the Secrets of Strixhaven printing.
Is The Dawning Archaic legal in Commander?
Yes, it is legal in Commander.
Who illustrated The Dawning Archaic (Secrets of Strixhaven)?
Mintautas Šukys.
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