Serum Visions

Serum Visions was originally introduced in the Fifth Dawn expansion of Magic: The Gathering in 2004, designed to provide blue decks with efficient card selection through its scry mechanic. It became a staple in the Modern format, serving as a foundational card for combo and control archetypes that rely on digging through the library to find specific pieces. Its inclusion in Modern Masters 2017 was part of a larger effort to increase the accessibility of key utility cards for players participating in the Modern tournament circuit.

For this specific printing, Wizards of the Coast commissioned the artist Izzy to provide a fresh visual interpretation of the card. Izzy’s design moves away from the more abstract or mechanical portrayals seen in earlier versions, instead focusing on a more ethereal and fluid aesthetic that reflects the magical act of peering into the future. The illustration was well-received by the player community, who often cite this version as a highlight among the card's various printings for its clean lines and evocative color palette.