Brainstorm
The Zeta Set 13 • common
- Set
- The Zeta Set
- Collector number
- 13
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- blue mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- MSCHF
What it does
Draw three cards, then put two cards from your hand on top of your library in any order.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageRestricted
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricBanned
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Brainstorm, numbered 13 in the Zeta Set, emerged during a transitional period for collectible card games, reflecting the experimental design philosophies of the era. The card was crafted to introduce complex strategic interaction, balancing utility with the inherent risks of resource management. Its inclusion in the Zeta Set marked a pivot toward cards that rewarded high-level player calculation rather than simple power scaling.
The visual identity of the card was developed by the studio's in-house illustrators, who focused on abstract representations of cognitive overload to mirror the game's mechanics. The design language was intentionally stark, utilizing high-contrast geometry to distinguish it from the more traditional fantasy aesthetics prevalent in the market at the time. Upon release, it was lauded by enthusiasts for its depth and remains a notable example of the set's commitment to mechanical innovation.
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