Lifecrafter's Bestiary
Aether Revolt 162 • rare
- Set
- Aether Revolt
- Collector number
- 162
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 3 generic mana
- Type
- Artifact
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Izzy
- Market price
- $0.65
What it does
At the beginning of your upkeep, scry 1.
Whenever you cast a creature spell, you may pay green mana. If you do, draw a card.
"Inspiration is found by looking outward."— Oviya Pashiri, sage lifecrafter
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
Lifecrafter's Bestiary was released in 2017 as part of the Aether Revolt expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Set on the plane of Kaladesh, a world defined by its focus on invention and aether-fueled technology, the card depicts a central artifact used by the game's creature-focused decks to provide card advantage. Its design reflects the set's mechanical emphasis on 'energy' and the craftsmanship of the plane's inhabitants, who sought to capture and study the natural wonders of their environment through artifice.
The card was illustrated by Cliff Childs, a prolific artist for the series known for his dynamic compositions. In this piece, Childs opted for an intricate, scholarly aesthetic that bridges the gap between mechanical engineering and biological exploration. Upon its release, the card became a staple in Commander and various midrange deck builds due to its ability to reward players for casting creature spells, ultimately earning a reputation as a reliable utility card that highlights the flavor of the Kaladesh setting.
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