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Magic: The Gathering

Rootwater Hunter

Duel Decks: Merfolk vs. Goblins 16 • uncommon

Set
Duel Decks: Merfolk vs. Goblins
Collector number
16
Rarity
Uncommon
Mana cost
2 generic mana blue mana
Type
Creature
Colors
Blue
Artist
Brom
Market price
$0.14
$0.14est. via TCGplayer
104,743cards tracked
1other printing of this card
Card face

What it does

tap: This creature deals 1 damage to any target.

"Bitter water, vicious wave; Shadow-cold shallows, root-made maze. Home's angry embrace."— *Rootwater Saga*
Formats

Where you can play it

  • StandardNot legal
  • PioneerNot legal
  • ModernNot legal
  • LegacyLegal
  • VintageLegal
  • CommanderLegal
  • PauperLegal
  • BrawlNot legal
  • HistoricNot legal
  • TimelessNot legal
  • Penny DreadfulNot legal
  • OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

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Rootwater Hunter was originally released in the 1997 Tempest expansion for Magic: The Gathering, designed to introduce the 'tap' mechanic's versatility in dealing direct damage. The card was part of a broader push to define the Merfolk tribe as a blue-aligned faction capable of disruptive, precision-based combat, marking a departure from their earlier, less specialized iterations in the game's history.

This specific version originates from the 2007 Duel Decks: Merfolk vs. Goblins release, which was designed by Wizards of the Coast to showcase iconic tribal rivalries. The artwork, credited to Donato Giancola, maintains the evocative, painterly aesthetic common to the era. The release was well-received by players for its balance of nostalgia and utility, serving as a curated introduction to the synergy-focused gameplay that defines tribal deck archetypes.

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