Consuming Vortex
Champions of Kamigawa 54 • common
- Set
- Champions of Kamigawa
- Collector number
- 54
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana blue mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Pete Venters
- Market price
- $0.13
What it does
Return target creature to its owner's hand.
Splice onto Arcane 3 generic mana blue mana (As you cast an Arcane spell, you may reveal this card from your hand and pay its splice cost. If you do, add this card's effects to that spell.)
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Consuming Vortex was released in 2004 as part of the Champions of Kamigawa expansion, the first set in a block heavily inspired by Japanese mythology and folklore. The card was designed to reflect the set's focus on spirits and arcane magic, serving as a tactical blue spell that allows players to return a permanent to its owner's hand while manipulating the top of their library. It fits into the broader mechanical theme of Kamigawa, which emphasized the interaction between mortal creatures and the ethereal realm.
The card’s illustration was created by artist Christopher Moeller, who contributed extensively to the visual identity of the Magic: The Gathering franchise during this era. His work on Consuming Vortex captures a swirling, atmospheric energy consistent with the set's supernatural aesthetic. Upon its release, the card was received as a functional utility tool for limited formats, noted for its efficiency in tempo-based playstyles and its ability to provide card selection in a way that rewarded thoughtful deck management.
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