Steam Vents

Steam Vents, a dual land that provides both blue and red mana, was originally introduced in the Ravnica: City of Guilds set in 2005. The Zendikar Expeditions version, released in 2015 as part of the Battle for Zendikar block, represents a premium, full-art reimagining of this classic card. These Expeditions were created as highly sought-after, randomized inserts designed to celebrate the game's history of iconic lands, featuring a distinct, ornate border and a foil treatment that set them apart from standard printings.

The artwork for this specific iteration was commissioned from Noah Bradley, who utilized a panoramic, evocative style to depict the unstable, geothermic landscapes characteristic of the Izzet League's territory. Bradley's design was intended to capture the volatile energy of the Ravnican cityscape, moving away from traditional layout constraints to emphasize the sprawling scale of the environment. The piece was well-received by the player community for its artistic depth and became a notable fixture in high-end collection circles due to its rarity and aesthetic shift from previous card iterations.