Kismet

Kismet was originally introduced in the Legends expansion set for Magic: The Gathering in 1994, designed by Richard Garfield. As a rare enchantment, its function is to force opponents' lands and creatures to enter the battlefield tapped, effectively slowing the pace of the game and providing a significant defensive advantage for white-aligned decks. The card reflects the early design philosophy of the game, where powerful control mechanics were often tied to specific color identities to enforce thematic limitations.

The Fourth Edition release of 1995 featured Kismet with its iconic artwork by Quinton Hoover. Hoover’s style was characterized by a distinct, lush, and somewhat ethereal approach that became a signature aesthetic for many early Magic cards. The Fourth Edition printing removed the set symbol, which was a standard practice for base sets at the time, and remains a nostalgic touchstone for collectors who appreciate the transitional era of the game's illustration style.