Kopala, Warden of Waves
Ixalan Promos 61p • rare
- Set
- Ixalan Promos
- Collector number
- 61p
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana blue mana blue mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Magali Villeneuve
- Market price
- $4.94
What it does
Spells your opponents cast that target a Merfolk you control cost 2 generic mana more to cast.
Abilities your opponents activate that target a Merfolk you control cost 2 generic mana more to activate.
"I know these waters better than you know yourselves."
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Kopala, Warden of Waves was released as a promotional card for the Ixalan expansion of Magic: The Gathering, which debuted in 2017. The set drew heavy inspiration from Mesoamerican mythology and age-of-exploration narratives, shifting the focus to a jungle-covered continent populated by merfolk, vampires, dinosaurs, and pirates. This specific promo card was distributed through various organized play channels, serving as a commemorative reward for participants in game store events during the set's release window.
The artwork for this card was illustrated by Johannes Voss, a long-time contributor to the game known for his expressive use of light and fluid compositions. In designing Kopala, Voss aimed to capture the essence of a Merfolk guardian, emphasizing the character's role as a protector of the deep ocean. The piece is characterized by its vibrant blue and teal palette, reflecting the aqueous environment of the Ixalan merfolk, and was well-received by the player community for its thematic cohesion and distinct aesthetic within the set's broader art direction.
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