Soul Net

Soul Net was originally introduced in the Stronghold set of Magic: The Gathering in 1998, appearing later in the Seventh Edition core set in 2001. As an artifact that allows players to gain life whenever a creature enters the battlefield, it reflects the early design philosophy of the game, which often focused on simple, repeatable triggered effects that rewarded players for developing their board presence.

The art for the Seventh Edition release was rendered by D. Alexander Gregory, whose style contributed to the aesthetic transition during the game's shift into the modern frame era. While the card is generally considered a functional, low-rarity utility piece rather than a flagship powerhouse, its presence in Seventh Edition marked a period where Wizards of the Coast was actively standardizing the visual language of their core sets to ensure consistency for a growing global player base.