Paradox Engine
Aether Revolt Promos 169s • mythic
- Set
- Aether Revolt Promos
- Collector number
- 169s
- Rarity
- Mythic
- Mana cost
- 5 generic mana
- Type
- Artifact
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Christine Choi
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
Whenever you cast a spell, untap all nonland permanents you control.
"One look at this glorious item convinced me that Kaladesh deserved my full attention. Sure enough, my time here has yielded exquisite fruit."— Tezzeret
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderBanned
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Paradox Engine was introduced in the 2017 Magic: The Gathering set Aether Revolt, serving as a centerpiece card that defined the block's focus on artifacts and energy mechanics. Its design, illustrated by Svetlin Velinov, depicts a complex, gear-driven device consistent with the steampunk-inspired aesthetic of the plane of Kaladesh. The card was conceptualized to reward players for casting multiple spells in a single turn, encouraging high-synergy deck building.
The promotional version, designated as collector number 169s, was released as part of the Aether Revolt Buy-a-Box program. This specific variant features unique alternate art and a premium foil finish, distinguishing it from the standard edition found in booster packs. Upon its release, the card became a highly sought-after utility engine in Commander and other eternal formats, leading to its eventual restriction in certain competitive environments due to its profound impact on game states.
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