Opt
Ixalan 65 • common
- Set
- Ixalan
- Collector number
- 65
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- blue mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Craig J Spearing
- Market price
- $0.22
What it does
Scry 1. (Look at the top card of your library. You may put that card on the bottom.)
Draw a card.
"It's easy to anticipate Captain Storm's orders: take the more dangerous route."
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Opt was first printed as a common card in the 2017 Magic: The Gathering set Ixalan. Set against the backdrop of the plane of Ixalan, a world inspired by Age of Discovery exploration and Mesoamerican mythology, the card was introduced to provide blue decks with a versatile, low-cost way to manipulate the top of their library. It quickly became a staple in competitive formats due to its efficiency as a cantrip, allowing players to filter their draws while holding up mana for other responses.
The artwork for this version was illustrated by Craig J. Spearing, who depicted the act of scrying as a mystical, focused observation of a celestial or magical map. His design emphasizes the intellectual and preparatory nature of the spell, fitting the blue color identity's penchant for foresight and strategic planning. The card was well-received by players for its balance of utility and flavor, remaining a recurring element in modern deck building history.
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About Opt
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