Misty Rainforest

Misty Rainforest was originally released in the 2009 Zendikar expansion, designed as part of a cycle of land cards that allow players to sacrifice them to search for specific basic land types. This specific version, identified as number 250s, was released as part of the Modern Horizons 2 Promos set in 2021. The set was created to bring high-powered cards into the Modern format, and the inclusion of these sought-after lands was a significant event for the player community, providing a more accessible entry point for competitive play.

The artwork for this particular printing was illustrated by Seb McKinnon, who is widely recognized for his atmospheric and ethereal style. McKinnon’s design for the Misty Rainforest moves away from the more literal interpretations found in earlier printings, opting instead for a haunting, dreamlike landscape that emphasizes the misty, overgrown environment of the card’s namesake. The card was well received by collectors and players alike for its unique artistic direction, which distinctively sets it apart from the original Zendikar aesthetic.