Aboshan, Cephalid Emperor
Odyssey 58 • rare
- Set
- Odyssey
- Collector number
- 58
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana blue mana blue mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Christopher Moeller
- Market price
- $0.56
What it does
Tap an untapped Octopus you control: Tap target permanent.
blue mana blue mana blue mana: Tap all creatures without flying.
"No one can fight the tide forever."
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Aboshan, Cephalid Emperor was released in 2001 as a legendary creature in the Magic: The Gathering expansion set Odyssey. This set marked a return to the game's original setting of Dominaria, focusing on a storyline involving the conflict between the subterranean Cabal and the sea-dwelling Cephalids. The design of the card was intended to establish the Cephalids as a primary blue-aligned faction, emphasizing their thematic connection to aquatic control and tapping mechanics.
The artwork for the card was created by illustrator Kev Walker, a prolific artist in the game's history known for his distinct, gritty style. Walker’s depiction of Aboshan focused on the character's regal and somewhat unsettling appearance, characterized by elaborate headgear and a commanding, bioluminescent presence. Upon its release, the card was received as a centerpiece for blue tribal decks, valued by players for its ability to manipulate the state of the battlefield by tapping and untapping creatures.
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