Tide Drifter

Description

Tide Drifter is a notable card from the 2015 Magic: The Gathering Battle for Zendikar set. The card depicts an Eldrazi Drone, a creature type central to the set's narrative themes. Its mana cost of {1}{U} and mana value of 2 make it an accessible inclusion in various deck constructions. The card’s gameplay revolves around the Devoid mechanic, which gives the creature its distinct blue color identity despite having no colored mana symbols in its cost. This feature interacts directly with its second ability: other colorless creatures you control receive a +0/+1 boost. This synergy makes Tide Drifter a strategic asset for players building monochromatic or colorless-focused strategies. The card’s power and toughness are listed as 0/5, emphasizing its defensive and supportive role rather than direct combat dominance. Collectors value this piece for its artistic contribution by Daarken and its representation of the Eldrazi threat in the Battle for Zendikar storyline. The flavor text hints at the creature's unsettling presence in Sea Gate, adding narrative depth to the physical card. The card remains a staple for those interested in the intricate design of Uncommon cards from this pivotal 2015 expansion.