Nexus of Fate

Nexus of Fate was originally released in the 2018 Core Set as a Buy-a-Box promotion, designed as a powerful mythic rare instant card that grants the player an extra turn while shuffling itself back into the library. Its mechanical design, created by the Wizards of the Coast development team, was intended to evoke the classic high-impact temporal manipulation spells found in early Magic: The Gathering history. The card quickly became a focal point of competitive discourse due to its ability to facilitate infinite turn loops, leading to significant strategic shifts in the Standard and Pioneer formats.

The Special Guests version, collector number 122, represents a later artistic reimagining of the card. These releases are part of a curated series that brings iconic cards back into the game with refreshed, thematic illustrations that depart from the original aesthetic. By employing new artistic talent to interpret the chaotic, time-bending nature of the spell, the Special Guests line aims to provide players with visually distinct versions of staples that have left a lasting mark on the game's competitive landscape.