Levitation

Levitation was originally printed in the Alpha set in 1993, representing the blue color of magic’s focus on control and flight. As a core set staple, its inclusion in Ninth Edition in 2005 marked a continuation of its role as an iconic enchantment designed to grant creatures the ability to bypass ground-based blockers. The card’s presence in this set reflects Wizards of the Coast’s strategy of maintaining familiar, high-utility cards to balance the gameplay environment for both new and veteran players.

The artwork for the Ninth Edition printing was illustrated by Rebecca Guay, a prominent artist whose ethereal and dreamlike style became a hallmark of the game during this era. Her depiction of a figure suspended in a tranquil, shifting atmosphere emphasizes the airy nature of the spell. The design was received favorably for its clarity and thematic resonance, helping to solidify the card's visual identity as a quintessential example of blue magic’s manipulation of physical laws.