Electrolyze
Commander 2011 197 • uncommon
- Set
- Commander 2011
- Collector number
- 197
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana blue mana red mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Red · Blue
- Artist
- Zoltan Boros & Gabor Szikszai
- Market price
- $0.19
What it does
Electrolyze deals 2 damage divided as you choose among one or two targets.
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Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Electrolyze was originally introduced in the Dissension set in 2006 as a versatile staple for blue-red control decks, valued for its ability to draw a card while providing flexible damage. This version appeared in the 2011 Commander product, a landmark release for Magic: The Gathering that marked the official launch of the popular multiplayer Commander format. By reprinting high-utility spells like Electrolyze, Wizards of the Coast aimed to equip players with the necessary tools to manage board states in the newly codified social format.
The artwork for this particular iteration, illustrated by Greg Staples, captures the chaotic essence of an electrical discharge. Staples, a frequent contributor to the game, employed a visceral, high-contrast style intended to emphasize the dual nature of the spell: the tactile sensation of lightning arcs and the precision of magic. The card was well-received by the community for its efficiency, remaining a staple choice for players seeking reliable card advantage and board interaction in both casual and competitive settings.
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