Opportunity

Opportunity was originally printed as a rare in the Weatherlight set in 1997, but this specific iteration comes from the 2018 set Battlebond. Designed as a supplemental multiplayer-focused product, Battlebond was crafted to facilitate Two-Headed Giant gameplay, a format where teams of two compete against one another. The card itself represents a classic blue instant spell, valued for its ability to draw four cards, which provides significant resource advantage in the faster-paced, communal environment of the set.

The artwork for this version was illustrated by Jason Rainville, who leaned into the celebratory and high-stakes aesthetic of the Valor's Reach arena, the fictional setting of Battlebond. Rainville's design emphasizes the grandiose nature of the arena battles, capturing a moment of intense focus for a mage. Upon release, the set was well-received by players for its unique draft experience and for reintroducing beloved characters back into the game’s broader narrative lore.