Branch of Vitu-Ghazi // Branch of Vitu-Ghazi

The Branch of Vitu-Ghazi card is a component of the Murders at Karlov Manor Art Series, a specialized subset released by Wizards of the Coast in 2024 to celebrate the visual aesthetic of the Magic: The Gathering expansion set. These cards are distinct from traditional gameplay cards in that they are oversized, display high-resolution artwork without text boxes, and often feature the artist's signature in gold foil on the reverse side, serving primarily as collector items for enthusiasts of the game's evolving world-building.

The illustration depicts the namesake sentient forest of the Selesnya Conclave within the plane of Ravnica, emphasizing the overgrown, ethereal nature of the tree. The design aims to capture the grandiosity of Vitu-Ghazi, a central landmark in Ravnican lore, focusing on the blend of natural growth and architectural intervention. It was received by the community as a high-quality display piece that highlights the collaborative effort of the studio's concept artists and illustrators to maintain visual continuity across the diverse sets of the modern era.