Magic: The Gathering

Sphinx of the Steel Wind

Alara Reborn 110 • mythic

Set: Alara Reborn
Collector number: 110
Rarity: Mythic
Mana cost: 5 generic mana white mana blue mana black mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Black · Blue · White
Artist: Kev Walker
Market price: $1.10

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What it's worth

$1.10market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$1.10 – $1.36 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a mythic creature, this card represents one of the most elusive and highly sought-after additions to any collection. Its status signifies a design intended to hold significant presence on the table, offering a rare blend of power and prestige for those who appreciate the artistry of its illustration.

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Card face

What it does

Flying, first strike, vigilance, lifelink, protection from red and from green

No one has properly answered her favorite riddle: "Why should I spare your life?"

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Sphinx of the Steel Wind was released in 2009 as part of the Alara Reborn set for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This set was unique in the game's history as it consisted entirely of multicolored cards, designed to represent the final convergence of the shards of the plane of Alara. The card serves as a high-mana value centerpiece, utilizing the Esper shard's aesthetic of blending organic life with etherium metal to create an imposing, powerful creature.

The card's striking illustration was rendered by Kev Walker, a longtime contributor to the game known for his distinct, gritty style. Walker's design emphasizes the creature's hybrid nature, featuring intricate mechanical detailing alongside the classic features of a sphinx. Upon its release, the card was widely recognized for its high power-to-toughness ratio and keyword-dense abilities, quickly becoming a staple in competitive formats like Legacy and Vintage due to its resilience and ability to dominate the battlefield.

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About

About Sphinx of the Steel Wind

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