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Magic: The Gathering

Chaotic Aether

Planechase Anthology Planes 1 • common

Set
Planechase Anthology Planes
Collector number
1
Rarity
Common
Colors
Colorless
Artist
Dan Murayama Scott
Market price
$0.95
$0.95est. via TCGplayer
104,743cards tracked
2other printings of this card
Card face

What it does

When you encounter Chaotic Aether, each blank roll of the planar die is a CHAOS symbol roll until a player planeswalks away from a plane. (Then planeswalk away from this phenomenon.)

Formats

Where you can play it

  • StandardNot legal
  • PioneerNot legal
  • ModernNot legal
  • LegacyNot legal
  • VintageNot legal
  • CommanderNot legal
  • PauperNot legal
  • BrawlNot legal
  • HistoricNot legal
  • TimelessNot legal
  • Penny DreadfulNot legal
  • OathbreakerNot legal

Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC. Card text via Scryfall. Not approved or endorsed by Wizards. As of the last catalogue refresh.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Chaotic Aether was released in 2016 as part of the Planechase Anthology, a compilation set designed by Wizards of the Coast to bring back the unique Planechase game format. This specific card serves as a 'Plane' card, which functions differently than standard Magic: The Gathering cards by providing global, game-altering effects that shift as players traverse the multiverse. Its inclusion in this collection was intended to revitalize interest in the chaotic, high-variance gameplay mechanics that define the Planechase experience.

The art and design of the card reflect the chaotic nature of the Aether, a metaphysical substance in the game's lore. Illustrated by Adam Paquette, the card utilizes a surreal, ethereal aesthetic that captures the raw energy of shifting dimensions. Upon its release, it was well-received by fans of the Commander and casual multiplayer formats for its ability to introduce unpredictable layers of strategy, cementing its status as a staple for those who enjoy the more volatile side of the game.

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