Essence Scatter
Magic 2010 51 • common
- Set
- Magic 2010
- Collector number
- 51
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana blue mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Jon Foster
- Market price
- $0.09
What it does
Counter target creature spell.
Some wizards compete not to summon the most interesting creatures, but to create the most interesting aftereffects when a summons goes awry.
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
Essence Scatter was first introduced in the Magic 2010 core set, released in July 2009. This set marked a significant transition in Magic: The Gathering history, as it was the first core set to include new cards rather than relying exclusively on reprints. Designed to provide a streamlined, flavorful experience, the set sought to define the fundamental identity of the game’s five colors, cementing blue’s role as the color of countermagic and interaction.
The card was illustrated by Jon Foster, a prolific fantasy artist known for his moody, atmospheric style. Foster’s interpretation of the card depicts a creature being dismantled into raw energy, a visual representation of the 'scatter' mechanic that prevents a creature spell from resolving. Upon its release, Essence Scatter became a staple in limited formats and a reliable tool for control-oriented decks, praised for its clarity and efficiency in countering creature-based threats.
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