Sylvan Library
Legends 207 • uncommon
- Set
- Legends
- Collector number
- 207
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Enchantment
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- Harold McNeill
- Market price
- $187.57
What it does
At the beginning of your draw step, you may draw two additional cards. If you do, choose two cards in your hand drawn this turn. For each of those cards, pay 4 life or put the card on top of your library.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Sylvan Library was released in 1994 as part of the Legends expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Developed by Wizards of the Coast, this set was notable for introducing multi-colored legendary creatures and a significant increase in the complexity of game mechanics. The card was designed to represent a powerful source of knowledge within the game's lore, providing players with the ability to manipulate their draw step in exchange for life, a risk-reward dynamic that became a staple of green-aligned strategy.
The artwork for the original printing was illustrated by Anson Maddocks, one of the foundational artists for the early game. His style was characterized by a distinct, often surreal aesthetic that helped define the visual identity of the hobby's formative years. Upon release, the card was recognized for its utility in competitive play, eventually becoming a cornerstone in formats that allow older cards, such as Legacy and Commander, where it remains highly regarded for its consistency and strategic depth.
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