Merfolk Spy
Magic 2011 66 • common
- Set
- Magic 2011
- Collector number
- 66
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- blue mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Matt Cavotta & Richard Whitters
- Market price
- $0.20
What it does
Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.)
Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, that player reveals a card at random from their hand.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Merfolk Spy was introduced as part of the Magic 2011 core set, released in July 2010. Designed for the blue color identity, the card was intended to provide low-cost utility in limited formats, specifically leveraging the 'scry' and 'peek' mechanics that allow players to gain information about their opponent's hand. Its inclusion in the set followed Wizards of the Coast's philosophy of using core sets to reinforce foundational gameplay elements while offering new art and flavor text that fit within the broader lore of the Magic: The Gathering multiverse.
The artwork for this specific printing was illustrated by Kev Walker, a prolific contributor to the game whose work is known for its gritty, expressive character designs. Walker aimed to capture the essence of a deceptive aquatic creature, portraying the Merfolk Spy as both agile and mysterious. Upon its release, the card was received as a functional, if niche, addition to draft environments, appreciated by players who valued tempo-based strategies and information gathering over raw power.
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