Omnath, Locus of Mana

Omnath, Locus of Mana first appeared in the 2010 Magic: The Gathering expansion set Worldwake. Designed by the Wizards of the Coast development team, the card was created to explore the mechanical possibilities of green mana accumulation, specifically rewarding players for holding onto large amounts of unspent mana rather than casting spells immediately. Its inclusion in Worldwake served to highlight the set's focus on the 'land matters' theme, a core mechanic that defined the block's strategic identity.

The creature's visual identity was brought to life by illustrator Jaime Jones, who sought to capture the elemental, shifting nature of a sentient mana manifestation. By depicting Omnath as a dense, glowing entity of pure energy amidst a Zendikar landscape, Jones aimed to emphasize its role as a powerful, singular force of nature. Upon its release, the card was well-received by the player base for its unique synergy with ramp-focused strategies and became a staple for both competitive and casual formats, eventually spawning several subsequent iterations as the character evolved throughout the game's lore.