Quirion Dryad
Tenth Edition 287 • rare
- Set
- Tenth Edition
- Collector number
- 287
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- Todd Lockwood
- Market price
- $0.45
What it does
Whenever you cast a spell that's white, blue, black, or red, put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.
"Never underestimate the ability of natural forces to adapt to unnatural influences."— Molimo, maro-sorcerer
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The Quirion Dryad first appeared in the Invasion expansion in 2000, designed by Scott M. Fischer as a creature that grows in power as its controller casts spells of different colors. It reflects the multi-colored mechanical theme of the Invasion block, which emphasized domain and color-shifting strategies. The Tenth Edition printing, released in 2007, marked a shift in the card's visual identity, as it utilized the updated frame and aesthetic standards of the modern era while retaining its classic ability.
The design of the Dryad aims to reward deck versatility, encouraging players to balance their spell usage across the color wheel. This concept was well-received by players looking for efficient, scaling threats in aggressive deck archetypes. By the time it was included in Tenth Edition, the card had already established itself as a reliable staple for players focusing on tempo and synergy, serving as a signature example of how a simple trigger can significantly alter the momentum of a game.
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