# Righteousness Righteousness represents a particular moment in Magic's design philosophy, when white's defensive toolkit relied heavily on combat tricks. The card offers straightforward utility: pump your creature's toughness and grant it protection from a chosen color during combat. Collectors appreciate it as a functional piece of Fifth Edition, a core set that remains accessible and affordable compared to earlier printings. The card's appeal lies in its simplicity and its role in limited formats of that era. While not mechanically complex by modern standards, it demonstrates how older Magic solved defensive problems. The nonfoil-only status reflects Fifth Edition's production methods. Collectors seeking a complete Fifth Edition set will need this rare, though it rarely commands attention as a standout piece.