The Shape the Sands card is a common green instant from the 2015 Dragons of Tarkir expansion, known for its significant combat utility.
Shape the Sands
2015 • Magic: The Gathering • Dragons of Tarkir
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Shape the Sands is a green instant card from the Magic: The Gathering Dragons of Tarkir set, released in 2015. As card number 205 in the series, this common rarity card offers collectors a tangible piece of the set's rich fantasy world. The card features art by Ryan Yee and carries the set code DTK, identifying it clearly within the broader Magic: The Gathering product lineup. In gameplay, Shape the Sands provides a substantial boost to a target creature, granting it +0/+5 power and toughness along with the reach ability until the end of the turn. This effect allows creatures to block fliers, making it a versatile tool in strategic deck building. The flavor text, attributed to Kadri, a Dromoka warrior, adds narrative depth with the line, "Dragons in flight seldom expect company." Collectors value this card for its clean design and functional role in the Green mana color identity. Whether you are building a collection focused on the Dragons of Tarkir era or seeking specific instants for your Magic: The Gathering library, Shape the Sands represents a solid addition. Its straightforward mechanics and thematic artwork make it a recognizable item for enthusiasts of the trading card game.
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Shape the Sands
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Ryan Yee
Card Stock
English
{G}
Instant
G
Card Text
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Target creature gets +0/+5 and gains reach until end of turn. (It can block creatures with flying.)
"Dragons in flight seldom expect company." —Kadri, Dromoka warrior