Sun-Crested Pterodon
Rivals of Ixalan 27 • common
- Set
- Rivals of Ixalan
- Collector number
- 27
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- 4 generic mana white mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- White
- Artist
- Lars Grant-West
- Market price
- $0.25
What it does
Flying
This creature has vigilance as long as you control another Dinosaur.
"Pterodons tolerate no intrusion into their skies. Even the clouds must ask permission."— Mahuiz, Sun Empire archer
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The Sun-Crested Pterodon was released in January 2018 as part of the Rivals of Ixalan expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Set on the plane of Ixalan, a world inspired by Age of Discovery exploration myths and Mesoamerican cultures, the card represents the Sun Empire, a civilization that maintains a symbiotic relationship with dinosaurs. It was designed as a common-rarity creature to provide a mechanical stabilizer for Limited play formats, reflecting the set's focus on tribal synergies and the 'enrage' keyword mechanic.
The artwork was illustrated by Chase Stone, a prolific contributor to the game known for his expressive character designs and dynamic lighting. Stone sought to capture the majestic, avian nature of the creature while emphasizing its connection to the solar-themed iconography of the Sun Empire. Upon release, the card was received as a functional, utility-focused inclusion within the set, appreciated by players for its ability to provide defensive utility in the drafting environment.
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