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The 2018 Commander Anthology Volume II mythic rare foil card featuring the legendary Bird Monk Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker, card number 12.

Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker

2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander Anthology Volume II

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Product Overview

Description

The 2018 release of Commander Anthology Volume II brought together fan-favorite designs, and card number 12, Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker, stands out as a powerful legendary Bird Monk. As a mythic rare foil card from the CM2 set, this Magic: The Gathering trading card game piece offers collectors a visually striking addition to any binder or display. The foil treatment enhances its presence, making it a sought-after item for enthusiasts who appreciate the distinct finish of high-rarity cards. Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker features a mana cost of {2}{W}{U} and enters the battlefield with 1/1 power and toughness, supported by the flying ability. The card’s unique strength lies in its triggered ability: whenever an opponent casts a spell, you place a +1/+1 counter on Ishai. This mechanic rewards aggressive play against spell-heavy decks, allowing the creature to grow significantly larger over the course of a game. Additionally, Ishai possesses the partner ability, a staple of the Commander format that allows two commanders with partner to lead a deck together, opening up diverse strategic possibilities. Collectors often seek this card for its dual appeal: it is both a functional tool for casual Commander games and a premium foil piece that looks impressive on display. Whether you are building a new deck around the partner mechanic or simply expanding your collection of mythic rare cards from 2018, this card represents a significant piece of Magic: The Gathering history.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2018

Series

Commander Anthology Volume II

Card Number

#12

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Mythic Rare

Artist

Zack Stella

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{2}{W}{U}

Type

Legendary Creature — Bird Monk

Power / Toughness

1 / 1

Color

U, W

Card Text

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Flying Whenever an opponent casts a spell, put a +1/+1 counter on Ishai. Partner (You can have two commanders if both have partner.)

"Through me, the Great Teacher's voice will rattle this world."

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the partner rules for Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker?

Ishai can be paired with another legendary creature that also has the partner ability to serve as your two commanders in the Commander format. This allows you to combine the strategic benefits of two different commanders in a single deck.

What does the flying ability do on this card?

Flying is a keyword ability that means this creature can only be blocked by other creatures with flying or reach. This makes Ishai difficult to remove with low-power creatures and helps it survive longer in combat.

How does the +1/+1 counter mechanic work with Ishai?

Whenever any opponent casts a spell, you put a +1/+1 counter on Ishai. This means the more spells opponents cast, the larger Ishai becomes, potentially turning a 1/1 creature into a game-ending threat.

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