Solemn Simulacrum
Foundations 729 • rare
- Set
- Foundations
- Collector number
- 729
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Colorless
- Artist
- Forrest Imel
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
When this creature enters, you may search your library for a basic land card, put that card onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle.
When this creature dies, you may draw a card.
It has outlasted its creator, their kingdom, and even the castle walls, but still it stands watch.
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Solemn Simulacrum first appeared in the 2003 Magic: The Gathering set Mirrodin. Designed by Jens Thoren as an invitational card after he won the 2002 Magic Invitational, the card was conceptualized to be a versatile, utility-focused creature. Its design reflects the mechanical theme of the Mirrodin block, which focused heavily on artifacts, and it quickly became a staple in the game for its ability to both ramp mana and provide card advantage upon death.
This version, released in the Foundations set, features artwork by Forrest Imel. While the card has been reprinted in numerous sets over the decades, the core identity of the 'Sad Robot' remains consistent, valued by players for its reliable performance in Commander and other formats. Imel’s interpretation maintains the iconic, melancholic aesthetic that has defined the character throughout its long history in the game.
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