The 2015 Battle for Zendikar Planar Outburst #42 foil card is a sought-after white sorcery featuring the Awaken mechanic. This Magic: The Gathering collectible appeals to set builders and players alike.
Planar Outburst
2015 • Magic: The Gathering • Battle for Zendikar
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Released in 2015, the Planar Outburst card from the Battle for Zendikar expansion holds a distinct place in Magic: The Gathering history. As card number 42 in the BFZ set, this foil variant captures the intense, land-focused themes of the era. Designed by Vincent Proce, the card features a striking foil treatment that enhances its visual appeal for collectors who appreciate the artistic direction of mid-2010s sets. Functionally, Planar Outburst is a formidable white sorcery that clears the board of nonland creatures. For an additional mana cost, the Awaken mechanic allows players to transform a land they control into a threatening Elemental creature with haste. This dual utility makes it a valuable piece for both competitive decks and collector portfolios. Investors and hobbyists often seek out rare foil cards from this period to complete their Battle for Zendikar collections or to add depth to their vintage Magic: The Gathering holdings. The combination of powerful gameplay potential and the specific foil finish makes this card a notable item for enthusiasts of the format.
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Planar Outburst
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Vincent Proce
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{W}{W}
Sorcery
W
Card Text
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Destroy all nonland creatures. Awaken 4—{5}{W}{W}{W} (If you cast this spell for {5}{W}{W}{W}, also put four +1/+1 counters on target land you control and it becomes a 0/0 Elemental creature with haste. It's still a land.)