The Crystal Rod from Magic: The Gathering's Eighth Edition is a low-cost artifact that rewards blue spellcasting with life gain.
Crystal Rod
2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Eighth Edition
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The Crystal Rod, identified as card number 295★ in Magic: The Gathering's Eighth Edition, remains a staple for players building blue-centric decks. Released in 2003, this artifact costs just one mana to play, making it an efficient early-game tool. Its primary effect allows you to gain one life whenever a player casts a blue spell by paying an additional mana. This ability supports aggressive life-gain strategies or helps stabilize against damage while maintaining card advantage through blue spell density. Collectors often seek the foil variation of this card for its shimmering finish, which contrasts with the standard black-bordered design typical of the era. As a key component in various blue decks, this card continues to be valued for its simplicity and strategic utility. Whether you are looking to complete your Eighth Edition collection or enhance your Commander library, the Crystal Rod offers a reliable and elegant solution for managing life totals while casting your favorite blue spells. Its enduring presence in the format highlights the lasting impact of Magic: The Gathering's design philosophy.
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Crystal Rod
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Donato Giancola
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English
Foil
{1}
Artifact
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Whenever a player casts a blue spell, you may pay {1}. If you do, you gain 1 life.
Polished by a thousand waves.