Prey Upon

Prey Upon was originally introduced in the Innistrad set in 2011, serving as a signature green spell that captures the flavor of a creature fighting another creature. The version from Guilds of Ravnica, released in 2018, maintains this mechanical identity while situating the card within the distinct political and urban landscape of the plane of Ravnica, where the focus shifts toward the conflict between the city's ten rival guilds.

The artwork for this particular iteration was created by Johannes Voss, a long-time illustrator for the Magic: The Gathering franchise. Voss sought to emphasize the visceral nature of the spell, utilizing a dynamic composition that highlights the predatory tension characteristic of the Selesnya or Gruul-aligned creatures often featured in these environments. The card was well-received by players for its efficient mana cost, which remains a staple in Limited and Pauper formats.