Isao, Enlightened Bushi
Betrayers of Kamigawa 129 • rare
- Set
- Betrayers of Kamigawa
- Collector number
- 129
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- Christopher Moeller
- Market price
- $0.78
What it does
This spell can't be countered.
Bushido 2 (Whenever this creature blocks or becomes blocked, it gets +2/+2 until end of turn.)
2 generic mana: Regenerate target Samurai.
"I do not care if he claims no allegiance in this war. Find him, Takeno."— Lord Konda
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
Isao, Enlightened Bushi was released in 2005 as part of the Betrayers of Kamigawa expansion for Magic: The Gathering. The set focused on a feudal, folklore-inspired Japanese aesthetic, exploring the conflict between the mortal realm and the spirit world. Designed as a green legendary creature, Isao reflects the set’s emphasis on spiritual mastery and combat proficiency, offering players a recurring regeneration ability that embodies the stoic nature of a bushido warrior.
The card’s illustration was crafted by artist Christopher Moeller, who captured the stoic, disciplined aesthetic typical of the Kamigawa block. Moeller’s art aimed to portray the character in a moment of meditative focus amidst a harsh winter landscape, aligning with the lore of the Ronin-like warriors seeking enlightenment. Upon its debut, the card was received as a niche utility creature, praised for its resilience in casual formats and its thematic resonance within the Kamigawa narrative cycle.
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