Glimmer of Genius
Aetherdrift Commander 78 • uncommon
- Set
- Aetherdrift Commander
- Collector number
- 78
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana blue mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Tommy Arnold
- Market price
- $0.19
What it does
Scry 2, then draw two cards. You get E symbol E symbol (two energy counters).
Creators live for that moment of inspiration: precious, profound, perfect.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Glimmer of Genius was originally introduced in the Kaladesh set, reflecting the intricate, clockwork-inspired aesthetic of the plane. The card serves as a thematic cornerstone of the invention-focused narrative, representing the sudden epiphany of an artificer. The Aetherdrift Commander iteration serves as a reprint, maintaining the original artistic intent of capturing the magical resonance of the Aether as it powers the grand designs of the city’s engineers.
The illustration features a stylized, ethereal representation of a breakthrough moment, emphasizing the glowing, vibrant energy central to the setting's lore. It was designed to provide a versatile utility effect for deck builders, favoring tactical foresight and resource management. Upon its release, it was well-received by players for its efficiency and thematic alignment, cementing its place as a reliable staple in blue-aligned decks.
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