Kytheon, Hero of Akros // Gideon, Battle-Forged
Magic Origins Promos 23s • mythic
- Set
- Magic Origins Promos
- Collector number
- 23s
- Rarity
- Mythic
- Mana cost
- white mana
- Type
- Planeswalker
- Colors
- White
- Artist
- Willian Murai
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
At end of combat, if Kytheon and at least two other creatures attacked this combat, exile Kytheon, then return him to the battlefield transformed under his owner's control.
2 generic mana white mana: Kytheon gains indestructible until end of turn.
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
Kytheon, Hero of Akros, which transforms into Gideon, Battle-Forged, was introduced in the 2015 Magic: The Gathering set Magic Origins. Designed as a double-faced card, it represents the origin story of the character Gideon Jura, transitioning from a young soldier in Theros to a powerful Planeswalker. This specific promotional version, designated as collector number 23s, was released as part of the Magic Origins Prerelease events, featuring unique alternate art by Eric Deschamps that emphasizes the character's growth and narrative arc.
The design of the card reflects a broader initiative by Wizards of the Coast to deepen the characterization of their iconic Planeswalkers, grounding them in the specific planes of their upbringing. By utilizing the transform mechanic, the developers sought to mechanically capture the moment of a character's 'spark' igniting. The card was generally well-received by players for its thematic resonance and its utility in both aggressive and mid-range deck strategies, marking a significant entry in the storytelling-focused design era of the game.
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