The 1996 Alliances expansion card Heart of Yavimaya (138), a green mana-producing land essential for Magic: The Gathering collectors.
Heart of Yavimaya
1996 • Magic: The Gathering • Alliances
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Heart of Yavimaya stands as a foundational piece for any Magic: The Gathering collector focusing on the early 1990s era. Released in 1996 as part of the Alliances expansion, this card carries the catalog number 138 and is distinguished by its Rare rarity designation, making it a notable target for enthusiasts building complete sets. From a gameplay perspective, Heart of Yavimaya functions as a versatile green mana source. Its unique mechanic requires the player to sacrifice a Forest to bring it into play, offering a strategic trade-off that defines its role in deck construction. Once on the battlefield, it provides green mana and can enhance a target creature's power, serving as a critical support piece in green-based strategies. This dual functionality has kept the card relevant in discussions among players who appreciate the intricate mechanics of the Alliances set. Collectors often seek out this card to complete the Alliances checklist or to acquire a tangible piece of Magic's second major expansion. The card's design and rules text reflect the creative direction of the mid-90s, offering a glimpse into the evolving mechanics of the Trading Card Game. Whether you are a long-time veteran or a new collector exploring the game's origins, Heart of Yavimaya represents a significant chapter in Magic's legacy.
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Heart of Yavimaya
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Pete Venters
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English
Land
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If this land would enter, sacrifice a Forest instead. If you do, put this land onto the battlefield. If you don't, put it into its owner's graveyard. {T}: Add {G}. {T}: Target creature gets +1/+1 until end of turn.
