Braidwood Sextant

The Braidwood Sextant was released in 1999 as part of the Urza's Destiny expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This set served as the conclusion to the Urza block, a storyline centered on the artificer Urza and his ongoing struggle against the Phyrexians. As a colorless artifact in this set, the card reflects the mechanical focus on complex machinery and exploration prevalent in the expansion’s narrative, providing players with a utility tool for mana filtering during a period defined by powerful artifact synergies.

The card’s illustration was created by artist Jeff Miracola, who captured the intricate, steampunk-inspired aesthetic that defined much of the Urza block's visual identity. The design emphasizes the Braidwood Sextant as a precision navigational tool, fitting into the lore of the Benalish regions from which it originates. While it was not a centerpiece of competitive tournament play, it is recognized by collectors as a quintessential example of the period's card design, which often favored flavor-heavy utility items that expanded the world-building of the Dominaria setting.