Thriving Isle

Thriving Isle was released in 2022 as part of the Streets of New Capenna Commander set. It belongs to the 'Thriving' cycle of lands, which were designed to provide flexible mana fixing for budget-conscious players in the Commander format. These lands function by allowing the player to choose a color upon entering the battlefield, providing a versatile utility that has become a staple for multi-colored decks that need reliable resource management without the high cost of rare lands.

The visual design for the card was created by artist Titus Lunter, whose work emphasizes the art-deco aesthetic prominent throughout the New Capenna expansion. Lunter aimed to capture the theme of a revitalized, opulent cityscape, blending the architectural grandeur of the setting with the natural elements of an island landscape. The card was well-received by the player community for its accessible gameplay utility and its thematic consistency with the Art Deco-inspired visual identity of the set.