Compass Gnome
The Lost Caverns of Ixalan 250 • common
- Set
- The Lost Caverns of Ixalan
- Collector number
- 250
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- David Astruga
- Market price
- $0.21
What it does
When this creature enters, you may search your library for a basic land card or Cave card, reveal it, then shuffle and put that card on top.
"I'm certain it's some kind of sophisticated navigational tool. If only I had any idea what it was telling me!"— Colbo, Brazen Coalition surveyor
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Compass Gnome was released in 2023 as part of the Magic: The Gathering expansion The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. Designed as a common artifact creature, the card draws on the set's thematic exploration of a subterranean, Mesoamerican-inspired world. It functions mechanically as a tool for land searching, reflecting the flavor of a miniature guide helping adventurers navigate the dangerous, uncharted depths of the Ixalan cavern systems.
The card’s illustration was crafted by artist Lie Setiawan, who utilized a warm, earthy palette to emphasize the gnome's rugged, functional aesthetic. The design focuses on the character’s oversized navigational equipment, grounding the fantasy element in the practical needs of the set’s expedition-themed narrative. Upon release, it was recognized by the community as a reliable utility piece for limited formats, noted for its consistent performance in deck-building cycles.
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About Compass Gnome
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