Hixus, Prison Warden

Hixus, Prison Warden was released in 2015 as part of the Magic Origins set, which served as a narrative bridge exploring the backstories of five iconic Planeswalkers. The card depicts a key figure from the origin story of Kytheon Iora, later known as Gideon Jura, who served as a mentor and commander to the young soldier on the plane of Theros. Designed by Wizards of the Coast, the card mechanically reflects Hixus's role as a disciplinarian and guardian, utilizing a flash ability to exile attacking creatures as if he were intervening in a surprise ambush.

The artwork for the card was illustrated by David Palumbo, who focused on capturing the authoritative and stoic presence of the character. By utilizing a strong, grounded color palette and sharp, imposing visual cues, the design successfully communicates a sense of military order and divine justice. Upon its release, the card was received as a flavorful, mid-level inclusion for limited play formats, widely praised for how effectively its mechanics mirrored the narrative history of the character within the Theros setting.