Man-o'-War
Visions 37 • common
- Set
- Visions
- Collector number
- 37
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana blue mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Jon J Muth
- Market price
- $0.22
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
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Man-o'-War was released in 1997 as part of the Visions expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Developed by Wizards of the Coast, the set was designed to explore themes of light and dark and was noted for its high power level and the introduction of unique mechanics. The card was created to serve as a utility creature, allowing players to bounce an opponent's creature back to their hand, which provided both tempo advantage and board control in competitive play.
The card features artwork by illustrator Melissa A. Benson, whose distinct, painterly style contributed to the aesthetic identity of early Magic sets. Her depiction of the Man-o'-War emphasizes its aquatic, jellyfish-like nature, fitting the blue color identity of the game. Upon its release, the card was widely received as a staple in control-oriented decks, earning a lasting reputation for its efficiency and versatility in various formats.
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