Shiv's Embrace
Magic 2011 156 • uncommon
- Set
- Magic 2011
- Collector number
- 156
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana red mana red mana
- Type
- Enchantment
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Dave Kendall
- Market price
- $0.08
What it does
Enchant creature
Enchanted creature gets +2/+2 and has flying.
red mana: Enchanted creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn.
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
Shiv's Embrace was released in the Magic 2011 core set, serving as a reimagining of classic red enchantment tropes within the game's evolving mechanics. The card was designed to provide a versatile offensive boost, granting a creature the quintessential red traits of fire-breathing, flying, and increased power. It represents the design philosophy of the 2010s to provide accessible, flavorful staples that could support both limited play environments and casual constructed decks.
The artwork was illustrated by Kev Walker, a prolific and long-standing contributor to the Magic: The Gathering franchise. Walker’s aesthetic often leans into high-contrast, visceral depictions of fantasy elements, and for this piece, he focused on the chaotic, draconic energy of Shiv—a volcanic location central to the game's lore. The illustration was received as a quintessential representation of the red color identity, effectively communicating the card’s aggressive, transformative nature to players.
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