Slippery Karst

Slippery Karst was originally printed in the Urza's Saga expansion in 1998, serving as a functional land card that introduced the cycling mechanic to Magic: The Gathering. Its inclusion in the 2009 Duel Decks: Garruk vs. Liliana release was intended to provide utility to the Garruk green-aligned deck, allowing players to exchange the land for a card draw during the mid-to-late game when additional mana resources were less critical.

The card features artwork by Christopher Rush, one of the most iconic illustrators in the game's early history. His design for the Karst emphasizes the desolate, rugged nature of the environment, utilizing earthy tones and stark, jagged linework to communicate the card's function as an elemental, natural barrier. The piece is well-regarded by collectors for its classic aesthetic that defines the visual language of the late nineties era of the game.