Vortex Elemental
Born of the Gods 56 • uncommon
- Set
- Born of the Gods
- Collector number
- 56
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- blue mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Blue
- Artist
- Jack Wang
- Market price
- $0.15
What it does
blue mana: Put this creature and each creature blocking or blocked by it on top of their owners' libraries, then those players shuffle.
3 generic mana blue mana blue mana: Target creature blocks this creature this turn if able.
The sea is always hungry.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Vortex Elemental was released in 2014 as part of the Born of the Gods expansion, the second set in the Theros block of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Designed for a set deeply inspired by Greek mythology and the concept of enchantment, this creature reflects the block's focus on high-impact, chaotic board states. It was crafted to represent the unpredictable and turbulent nature of the ocean in a world where gods exert constant influence over the physical realm.
The card’s illustration was created by artist Slawomir Maniak, who utilized a vivid, kinetic style to capture the elemental's fluid, shifting form. In the context of gameplay, the card is recognized for its ability to manipulate the library and board, embodying the 'blue' color identity's penchant for transformation and disruption. Upon release, it was noted by players for its unconventional mechanics, which prioritize temporary volatility over permanent battlefield presence.
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