Sphinx's Herald
Shards of Alara 58 • uncommon
- Set
- Shards of Alara
- Collector number
- 58
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- blue mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Dan Murayama Scott
- Market price
- $0.16
What it does
2 generic mana blue mana, tap, Sacrifice a white creature, a blue creature, and a black creature: Search your library for a card named Sphinx Sovereign, put it onto the battlefield, then shuffle.
He calls a riddle through the gaps of cloven clouds, hoping for an answer.
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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Where it came from
Sphinx's Herald was released in 2008 as part of the Shards of Alara expansion for Magic: The Gathering. The set introduced the concept of 'shards,' which were five distinct planes each focused on a specific three-color combination. This card was designed for the Esper shard, characterized by its reliance on ether-infused artifacts and a cold, mechanical aesthetic. It serves as a mechanical bridge, allowing players to exchange specific card types for the powerful Sphinx Sovereignty creature.
The card features artwork by Nils Hamm, a frequent contributor to the game known for his atmospheric and moody style. Hamm focused on emphasizing the fusion of organic sphinx anatomy with the polished, metallic geometry synonymous with Esper's art direction. Upon its release, the card was received as a niche utility piece for tribal or artifact-themed decks, appreciated primarily for its ability to tutor for high-impact threats in limited play environments.
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