Magic: The Gathering

Flood

Fifth Edition 87 • common

Set: Fifth Edition
Collector number: 87
Rarity: Common
Mana cost: blue mana
Type: Enchantment
Colors: Blue
Artist: Dennis Detwiller
Market price: $0.25

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What it's worth

$0.25market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.15 – $0.25 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a common enchantment from the Fifth Edition set, this card functions as a foundational piece for players looking to manage the pace of the board. The artwork by Dennis Detwiller provides a distinct visual identity, making it a recognizable and practical addition for those building a comprehensive collection of early card sets.

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Card face

What it does

blue mana blue mana: Tap target creature without flying.

"A dash of cool water does wonders to clear a cluttered battlefield."— Vibekke Ragnild, *Witches and War*

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Flood was originally introduced to the Magic: The Gathering trading card game in the 1997 Fifth Edition core set. As a core set release, the card functioned to consolidate mechanics and art from previous expansions, serving as a staple enchantment that allowed players to tap their opponent's creatures. Its design reflects the strategic focus of early card sets, emphasizing board control and resource management through color-specific mechanics tied to blue mana.

The artwork was provided by Dennis Detwiller, a prominent illustrator within the game's early history who was known for his contribution to the darker, atmospheric aesthetic of 1990s fantasy gaming. Detwiller’s approach sought to visualize the card's disruptive gameplay effect through imagery of rising waters, aligning with the artistic shift of the era to move away from abstract concepts toward more visceral, illustrative portrayals of magical spells and environmental manipulation.

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About

About Flood

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