Anticipate

Description

Card number 69 in the 2015 Battle for Zendikar expansion, Anticipate is a blue Instant card that has remained a staple for resource management in Magic: The Gathering. Printed with a distinctive foil finish, this card adds a tactile premium to any collection, standing out visually among standard nonfoil commons. The card was illustrated by Tyler Jacobson, whose artwork complements the sleek design language of the BFZ set. Mechanically, Anticipate offers a versatile form of card advantage. For a mana cost of one generic and one blue mana, players can examine the top three cards of their library. One card is moved to the hand while the remaining two are placed back on the bottom of the library in any order. This flexibility allows for strategic filtering, enabling mages to search for specific answers or protect valuable draws by burying them at the bottom of the deck. The flavor text, "Divining the future is easy when you hold the power to sway it," underscores the card's theme of controlled foresight. Collectors often seek out the foil version of Anticipate for its aesthetic appeal and durability. It represents a key entry point for enthusiasts looking to complete the Battle for Zendikar set or those who appreciate the classic blue identity of early 2010s Magic design. Whether used to refine a deck's consistency or simply admired for its shiny finish, this card remains a beloved piece of the Magic: The Gathering legacy.