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Magic: The Gathering

Merrow Harbinger

The List LRW-73 • uncommon

Set
The List
Collector number
LRW-73
Rarity
Uncommon
Mana cost
3 generic mana blue mana
Type
Creature
Colors
Blue
Artist
Steve Prescott
Market price
$3.19
$3.19est. via TCGplayer
104,743cards tracked
1other printing of this card
Card face

What it does

Islandwalk (This creature can't be blocked as long as defending player controls an Island.)

When this creature enters, you may search your library for a Merfolk card, reveal it, then shuffle and put that card on top.

Formats

Where you can play it

  • StandardNot legal
  • PioneerNot legal
  • ModernLegal
  • LegacyLegal
  • VintageLegal
  • CommanderLegal
  • PauperNot legal
  • BrawlNot legal
  • HistoricNot legal
  • TimelessNot legal
  • Penny DreadfulNot legal
  • OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Merrow Harbinger was originally released as part of the Lorwyn expansion set for Magic: The Gathering in 2007. It reflects the set's central theme of tribal synergy, specifically focusing on the Merfolk race, a recurring aquatic creature type within the game's lore. The card was designed to function as a tutor, allowing players to search their deck for specific Merfolk cards, thereby reinforcing the set's emphasis on cohesive creature-type strategies.

The artwork for the card was created by illustrator Matt Cavotta, who provided a distinct aesthetic characterized by the ethereal and slightly eerie quality associated with the Lorwyn plane. His design choice leans into the mysterious nature of the Merrow, the Lorwyn iteration of Merfolk, emphasizing their role as scouts and guides. Upon its release, the card became a staple for players looking to refine their tribal decks, valued for its mechanical utility rather than its power level.

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