Dictate of Kruphix
Commander 2018 86 • rare
- Set
- Commander 2018
- Collector number
- 86
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana blue mana blue mana
- Type
- Enchantment
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Daarken
- Market price
- $0.96
What it does
Flash (You may cast this spell any time you could cast an instant.)
At the beginning of each player's draw step, that player draws an additional card.
"Knowledge is cruel. It will break your heart and test your allegiances. Are you certain you want this curse?"
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Dictate of Kruphix was originally introduced in the Journey into Nyx set in 2014, designed as a thematic representation of the god Kruphix, whose domain encompasses the mysteries of time and the unknown. The card utilizes the flash mechanic to allow players to surprise opponents by placing it on the battlefield at opportune moments, forcing each player to draw an extra card during their turn. This design intentionally fosters a group hug dynamic, shifting the flow of resources and often destabilizing the game state in a way that emphasizes the chaotic, unpredictable nature of the Theros pantheon.
The version from Commander 2018 features evocative artwork by Daarken, a frequent contributor to Magic: The Gathering. Daarken’s aesthetic for this piece captures the ethereal, cosmic influence of Kruphix, utilizing swirling blues and muted tones to ground the enchantment in the lore of the Nyx starfield. Within the Commander 2018 release, the card serves as a staple for deck archetypes that benefit from accelerated draw engines, and it remains well-regarded by players for its ability to influence the table's political landscape.
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