Galvanoth
Duel Decks: Izzet vs. Golgari 10 • rare
- Set
- Duel Decks: Izzet vs. Golgari
- Collector number
- 10
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana red mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Kev Walker
- Market price
- $0.31
What it does
At the beginning of your upkeep, you may look at the top card of your library. You may cast it without paying its mana cost if it's an instant or sorcery spell.
It chews open Mirrodin's husk and feeds on the outpouring of energy.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Galvanoth was released in 2012 as part of the Duel Decks: Izzet vs. Golgari set. These decks were designed to showcase the thematic rivalry between the Izzet League, known for chaotic experimentation and lightning-based magic, and the Golgari Swarm, which thrives on decay and life cycles. The card was specifically crafted to represent the Izzet philosophy, emphasizing explosive, unpredictable power that aligns with the color identity of red and blue.
The artwork for Galvanoth was created by the illustrator Igor Kieryluk. His vision for the creature focused on the raw, kinetic energy synonymous with the Izzet guild, depicting the beast as an embodiment of raw electrical discharge. Upon its release, the card became a notable inclusion for players interested in high-mana-cost synergy, particularly for those looking to cast instants or sorceries without paying their mana costs, cementing its place as a favored card in casual and commander formats.
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