Magic: The Gathering

Rootwater Shaman

Tempest 84 • rare

Set: Tempest
Collector number: 84
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 2 generic mana blue mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Blue
Artist: Paolo Parente
Market price: $0.75

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$0.75market price via TCGplayer · Aug 20, 2026$0.68 – $0.75 over the tracked period

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What it does

You may cast Aura spells with enchant creature as though they had flash.

"Ugh! When did orcs and fish start having kids?"— Gerrard of the *Weatherlight*

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

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Provenance

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Rootwater Shaman was released in 1997 as part of the Tempest expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This set was a pivotal moment for the game, marking the beginning of the Rath Cycle, a storyline-driven block that introduced new mechanics and a more cohesive narrative focus to the multiverse. Within this context, the card represents the Rootwater, a Merfolk civilization forced into exile on the plane of Rath, highlighting the game's shift toward deeper world-building and factional identity.

The artwork was provided by Paolo Parente, a renowned illustrator known for his dynamic and gritty style. Parente sought to capture the shamanistic essence of the creature, emphasizing a blend of aquatic features and mystical intensity. Upon its release, the card was noted for its functional utility within Merfolk-themed decks, and while it remains a niche piece in the broader history of the game, it is frequently cited by collectors for its evocative depiction of the Rootwater's distinct, somewhat eerie aesthetic.

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