Orochi Sustainer
Champions of Kamigawa 236 • common
- Set
- Champions of Kamigawa
- Collector number
- 236
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- rk post
- Market price
- $0.23
What it does
tap: Add green mana.
"Nothing is the same anymore. The forests are not as lush, the waters not as pure, the air not as clear. Without the kami to direct and sustain the forces of nature, it's only a matter of time before we feel their neglect."
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The Orochi Sustainer was released in 2004 as part of the Champions of Kamigawa expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Drawing deep inspiration from Japanese folklore and Shinto aesthetics, the set introduced the snake-like Orochi race as inhabitants of the Jukai Forest. This card reflects the set's central design philosophy of focusing on spirits, legends, and the delicate balance between the physical and spirit realms, offering players a functional mana-producing creature that reinforced the green color identity of the era.
The artwork was commissioned from illustrator rk post, a long-time contributor to the game known for a distinct, painterly style. Tasked with depicting the Orochi, post created a figure that blends serpentine traits with humanoid features, emphasizing the creature's role as a sustainer or life-giver within its ecosystem. Upon release, the card was widely recognized by players for its utility in the limited environment, serving as a reliable engine for mana ramp in green-based decks during the Kamigawa block's draft and sealed play.
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