Aether Spellbomb
The List MMA-196 • common
- Set
- The List
- Collector number
- MMA-196
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana
- Type
- Artifact
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Jim Nelson
- Market price
- $0.32
What it does
blue mana, Sacrifice this artifact: Return target creature to its owner's hand.
1 generic mana, Sacrifice this artifact: Draw a card.
"Release that which was never caged."— Spellbomb inscription
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The Aether Spellbomb was originally introduced in the 2003 Magic: The Gathering set Mirrodin. Designed by Greg Staples, the card reflects the aesthetic of the block's metallic, artifact-centric world, emphasizing utility and the tactical versatility of disposable equipment. It serves as a classic example of the early 2000s design philosophy that prioritized low-cost, repeatable mechanical effects within the artifact card type.
The version from 'The List' is a reprinting strategy employed by Wizards of the Coast to reintroduce older, fan-favorite cards into modern booster packs. By including legacy items like the Aether Spellbomb in these curated lists, the company allows players to encounter historical game mechanics and art within contemporary sets, maintaining the card's relevance in various constructed formats while preserving its original thematic identity.
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