Maze of Ith

Maze of Ith was originally printed in the 1994 set The Dark, designed to capture the atmospheric, gothic horror themes that defined the game’s early expansion era. It quickly became a staple for defensive deck strategies, as its unique ability to untap a creature and remove it from combat provided significant utility that few other cards of the time could offer. The card's enduring popularity necessitated its inclusion in subsequent reprints and special sets, reflecting its status as a foundational piece of utility land history.

The Double Masters version, released in 2020, features updated artwork by Titus Lunter. Lunter’s rendition leans into a modern, detailed aesthetic, portraying the maze as an imposing, mystical structure hidden within dense foliage. This printing was received as a premium collector's piece, with the artwork designed to offer a fresh, cinematic perspective on the classic land, bridging the gap between the card's roots in the mid-90s and contemporary card design standards.