The Cryptic Serpent (Card #83) from the 2023 Commander Masters set features a foil finish and a unique cost-reduction mechanic based on instants and sorceries in your graveyard.
Cryptic Serpent
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander Masters
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The Cryptic Serpent, designated as card number 83 in the 2023 Commander Masters expansion, offers a compelling option for players and collectors alike. This Magic: The Gathering card features the distinctive foil treatment, enhancing its visual appeal within the set. Designed by Lius Lasahido, the card represents a powerful seven-mana blue serpent with a six-to-five stat line. A key feature of this card is its ability to reduce its casting cost by one mana for each instant and sorcery card in your graveyard. This mechanic allows for significant value in decks that utilize graveyard strategies, making it a functional asset in Commander games. For those building a collection of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards, this foil Cryptic Serpent stands out due to its artistic finish and strategic utility. The card’s identity as a common yet foil-pressed piece of the CMM set makes it a notable addition for enthusiasts focusing on specific finishes or set completions. Whether you are interested in the artistic contributions of Lius Lasahido or the mechanical depth of the Commander format, this card provides a tangible connection to the game's evolving landscape.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Cryptic Serpent
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Lius Lasahido
Card Stock
English
Foil
{5}{U}{U}
Creature — Serpent
6 / 5
U
Card Text
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This spell costs {1} less to cast for each instant and sorcery card in your graveyard.
It slithers through the senses, constricting consciousness and poisoning perceptions.