{"product_id":"cecil-dark-knight-cecil-redeemed-paladin-extended-art-universes-beyond-final-fantasy-near-mint-foil","title":"Cecil, Dark Knight \/ Cecil, Redeemed Paladin (Extended Art) (Universes Beyond: FINAL FANTASY) Near Mint Foil","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDuality in Play: Cecil's Dark and Redeemed Forms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCecil, Dark Knight \/ Cecil, Redeemed Paladin presents a nuanced design that skillfully captures the tension between sacrifice and salvation. As a legendary creature with deathtouch, Cecil is already a formidable presence on the battlefield, deterring opponents with lethal precision. The Darkness mechanic adds a compelling strategic layer: each instance of damage Cecil deals comes at the cost of your own life total, forcing a delicate balance between aggressive play and self-preservation. This risk-reward dynamic invites thoughtful timing and resource management that seasoned Magic players appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen your life total dips to half or below, Cecil transforms, reflecting a turning point where darkness gives way to redemption. This flip mechanic aligns well with the Universes Beyond: FINAL FANTASY set’s themes and enhances deck-building options by offering versatility in a single card. The Near Mint Foil finish accentuates the artwork’s contrast between shadow and light, making this card both a practical and prized addition to any collection focused on strategic depth and lore-rich gameplay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCard Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMana Cost:\u003c\/b\u003e {B}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCard Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Legendary Creature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSubtypes:\u003c\/b\u003e Human Knight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCard Text:\u003c\/b\u003e Deathtouch\u003cbr\u003e\nDarkness — Whenever Cecil deals damage, you lose that much life. Then if your life total is less than or equal to half your starting life total, untap Cecil and transform it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower \/ Toughness:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\/3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Journey’s End Games","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":44974626373788,"sku":"CGS-ZGCX-22XYCLDH","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/7328\/3467\/files\/5f836a88027dd6093823e71c78f2ebfd_44b44345-7bd1-4161-85e1-cf005840d453.jpg?v=1747039991","url":"https:\/\/journeysendgames.com\/products\/cecil-dark-knight-cecil-redeemed-paladin-extended-art-universes-beyond-final-fantasy-near-mint-foil","provider":"Journey’s End Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}