The 2011 Magic: The Gathering Commander product release includes Sakura-Tribe Elder as card number 169, offering a distinct collectible identity for enthusiasts of the format.
Sakura-Tribe Elder
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander
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Released in 2011, the Magic: The Gathering Commander product established a unique identity within the trading card game landscape, and Sakura-Tribe Elder stands out as card number 169 in this set. Designed as a Creature — Snake Shaman with a mana cost of {1}{G}, this card offers a distinct gameplay function that has resonated with the Commander community. The card features artwork by Carl Critchlow, who brings a classic aesthetic to the Green-colored creature. Its ability allows players to search their library for a basic land card, put it onto the battlefield tapped, and then shuffle, providing a reliable resource acceleration tool. This functionality, combined with its low mana cost, makes it a recognizable piece for fans of the format. Collectors often seek out specific cards from the Commander series to complete their sets or appreciate the design of the CMD set code. The 2011 release remains a significant part of Magic history, and this card is a staple for those interested in the evolution of the game's most popular casual format.
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Sakura-Tribe Elder
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Carl Critchlow
Card Stock
English
{1}{G}
Creature — Snake Shaman
1 / 1
G
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Sacrifice this creature: Search your library for a basic land card, put that card onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle.
Slain warriors were buried with a tree sapling, so they would become a part of the forest after death.