Magic: The Gathering

Man-o'-War

Eternal Masters 59 • common

Set: Eternal Masters
Collector number: 59
Rarity: Common
Mana cost: 2 generic mana blue mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Blue
Artist: Jon J Muth
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$0.14market price via TCGplayer · Aug 7, 2026$0.06 – $0.14 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

Originally printed in the 1997 Visions set, Man-o'-War remains a foundational creature in Magic: The Gathering for its efficient "bounce" effect that provides both board control and tempo. The Eternal Masters printing showcases the evocative work of artist Jon J. Muth, whose painterly style has become highly sought after by collectors who appreciate the atmospheric aesthetic he brings to classic game pieces.

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What it does

When this creature enters, return target creature to its owner's hand.

"Beauty to the eye does not always translate to the touch."— Naimah, Femeref philosopher

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Provenance

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Man-o'-War was originally introduced in the 1997 Visions expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Designed as a blue creature with a powerful 'enters the battlefield' ability to bounce a target creature to its owner's hand, it became a staple of tempo-based strategies during the late 1990s. Its utility in disrupting an opponent's board state while providing a body on the battlefield earned it a reputation as a highly efficient tool in competitive play.

The artwork for this specific version, appearing in the 2016 Eternal Masters set, was provided by Jon J Muth. Known for his atmospheric and painterly style, Muth’s illustration captures the surreal and nautical essence of the creature. Eternal Masters was curated specifically to provide players with access to historically significant cards for use in older formats, and this printing features updated card frames and holographic stamps to distinguish it from the original release while retaining the classic aesthetic.

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