Plains // Plains

The New Capenna Art Series was introduced as a specialized subset within the Streets of New Capenna expansion, released by Wizards of the Coast in 2022. These cards were designed to showcase the intricate, 1920s-inspired Art Deco aesthetic of the set, celebrating the opulent architecture and criminal underworld themes of the plane. They were primarily distributed as collector boosters, serving as premium, borderless display pieces that emphasized the artistic contributions of the individual illustrators rather than traditional gameplay mechanics.

The artwork for this particular Plains card was created by the artist Elektrodeko, whose work frequently features stylized, vibrant character and environment designs. In this piece, the artist captured the architectural grandeur of New Capenna, focusing on the geometric patterns and verticality that define the setting. The illustration reflects the deliberate stylistic departure from the fantasy-standard landscapes of earlier Magic: The Gathering sets, favoring a sharp, modern flair that resonated well with collectors looking for thematic coherence within the Art Deco motif.