Mother of Runes
Secret Lair Drop 296 • rare
- Set
- Secret Lair Drop
- Collector number
- 296
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- white mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- White
- Artist
- Ejiwa "Edge" Ebenebe
- Market price
- $12.47
What it does
tap: Target creature you control gains protection from the color of your choice until end of turn.
She weaves an elaborate spell of love, care, and protection, enveloping her people in soothing warmth.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Mother of Runes is a foundational card in Magic: The Gathering, first appearing in the 1998 Urza's Legacy set. As a low-cost creature that provides protection for other permanents, it became a staple of the white color identity and a key piece in various competitive formats. This specific version, collector number 296, was released as part of a Secret Lair drop, a premium series of limited-run cards known for commissioning unique, artistic interpretations from varied illustrators.
The Secret Lair aesthetic often moves away from traditional fantasy art, favoring stylized and experimental visuals. This edition of Mother of Runes was designed to emphasize its role as a protective matriarchal figure, blending the game's established lore with a distinct, contemporary art style. Upon release, this version was well-received by collectors who prioritize artistic variety and the collectible nature of the specialized Secret Lair releases.
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