Viridian Shaman
Ninth Edition 280 • uncommon
- Set
- Ninth Edition
- Collector number
- 280
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana green mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- Scott M. Fischer
- Market price
- $0.22
What it does
When this creature enters, destroy target artifact.
She stands as a living symbol of the natural world and an enemy of the forces that threaten it.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Viridian Shaman was originally introduced in the Mirrodin expansion set in 2003, representing the metallic world of Mirrodin where biological life and mechanical artifacts intermingled. As a green creature card designed to destroy artifacts, it served as a vital utility piece during a period where artifact-heavy strategies dominated the competitive landscape. Its inclusion in the 2005 Ninth Edition core set allowed the card to remain a staple in the Standard format for an extended period, providing players with a recurring tool for board control.
The illustration by Dany Orizio captures the aesthetic of the Viridian elves, emphasizing their role as protectors of the forest against the creeping influence of metal. Orizio’s work reflects the distinct visual language of the Mirrodin block, blending organic, arboreal features with the sharp, synthetic edges of the plane's environment. The card was well-received by players for its efficient mana cost and its dual function as both a combatant and a reactive spell, cementing its legacy as one of the most recognizable artifact-removal creatures in the game's history.
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