Omnath, Locus of Mana

Omnath, Locus of Mana first appeared in the 2010 Worldwake expansion, representing a legendary elemental from the plane of Zendikar. This specific iteration, printed as card number 310 in the 2023 Commander Masters set, serves as a reprint of the original design. The character is central to Zendikar's lore, embodying the world's raw, living mana that shifts its color and form as the plane evolves throughout various narrative arcs.

The card was illustrated by Mike Bierek, who captured Omnath as a pulsating, green-hued mass of elemental energy. The design intent focuses on the creature's ability to hoard mana over multiple turns, rewarding players who keep their mana pools unspent. Upon its initial release and subsequent reprints, it has been widely recognized by the Magic: The Gathering community as a powerful and iconic Commander staple, particularly favored by players who prefer ramp-heavy strategies.