Citanul Hierophants

Citanul Hierophants first appeared in the 1998 Urza's Saga expansion for Magic: The Gathering, serving as a tactical card designed to facilitate mana ramp by turning creatures into sources of green mana. The card reflects the set's central thematic focus on the artificer Urza and the complex mechanics associated with artifacts and creature-based utility. It was illustrated by Vincent Evans, whose work in this era often emphasized the rugged, organic aesthetics of fantasy druids and forest-dwelling entities.

While the original Urza's Saga print remains a staple for vintage collectors, the version labeled as USG-244 from The List represents a modern curatorial effort by Wizards of the Coast. The List is a recurring feature in Set Boosters that reprints cards from throughout the game's long history, effectively placing historical staples back into the hands of new players. By including this specific card, the publisher acknowledged its enduring utility in casual formats and its status as a recognized piece of the game's expansive mechanical legacy.