Magic: The Gathering

Tidal Kraken

Eighth Edition 108★ • rare

Set: Eighth Edition
Collector number: 108★
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 5 generic mana blue mana blue mana blue mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Blue
Artist: Christopher Moeller
Finish: Foil

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$2.73market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$2.73 – $2.74 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare inclusion in its set, the Tidal Kraken stands out as a distinctive piece for those who appreciate the evolution of creature design within a collection. Its presence serves as a classic example of how high-rarity cards anchor a series, offering a compelling focal point that reflects the thematic depth of its card pool.

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Card face

What it does

This creature can't be blocked.

To merfolk, pirates are a nuisance. To pirates, merfolk are a threat. To the kraken, they're both appetizers.

Formats

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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Provenance

Where it came from

The Tidal Kraken was released as part of the Magic: The Gathering Eighth Edition core set, which debuted in 2003. This set was a milestone for the game as it featured the first major aesthetic overhaul of the card frame, moving from the classic 'old school' design to a modern, minimalist layout intended to improve legibility and visual consistency for a global audience.

The card illustration was executed by artist Anthony S. Waters. Known for his evocative work in fantasy gaming, Waters captured the creature's massive scale by contrasting its dark, imposing silhouette against the churning ocean surface. Within the context of the game's mechanics, the Tidal Kraken served as a quintessential 'big blue' creature, designed to act as a late-game finisher that could control the board state through its unique tap-down ability.

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