Elvish Visionary
Magic 2010 178 • common
- Set
- Magic 2010
- Collector number
- 178
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- D. Alexander Gregory
- Market price
- $0.14
What it does
When this creature enters, draw a card.
Before any major undertaking, a Cylian elf seeks the guidance of a visionary to learn the will of the gargantuan ancients.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Elvish Visionary first appeared in the Shards of Alara set in 2008 before being reprinted in Magic 2010. Designed for the Elf tribe archetype, the card was created to provide low-cost utility, functioning as both a body on the battlefield and a way to maintain card advantage by drawing a card upon entry. It serves as a quintessential example of the 'cantrip' creature design common in green mana pools during that era of development.
The artwork for this version was illustrated by Christopher Rush, one of the most iconic artists in the early history of Magic: The Gathering. Rush captured the theme of the card by depicting a lithe, observant elf scout, emphasizing the creature's role as a source of information and foresight. The card is widely regarded by players as a staple for its simple, efficient design that remains relevant across various competitive and casual formats.
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