The Wistful Selkie (Eventide 165), a rare Uncommon Merfolk Wizard creature from Magic: The Gathering's 2008 Eventide expansion, designed for strategic deck building and set completion.
Wistful Selkie
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Eventide
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The Wistful Selkie, cataloged as card number 165 in the Eventide expansion, is a distinct Uncommon creature from Magic: The Gathering released in 2008. This Merfolk Wizard carries a mana cost of {G/U}{G/U}{G/U} and boasts a mana value of three, making it a versatile addition to blue-green strategies. Upon entering the battlefield, the card allows the player to draw a card, providing immediate card advantage that supports long-term resource management. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading card game cards often seek out Eventide pieces for their unique thematic elements and strategic utility. Artists and players alike appreciate how this card fits into the broader narrative of the set's aquatic themes. Whether you are completing a full Eventide collection or building a specific Merfolk-focused deck, this card offers both nostalgic value and functional gameplay potential. Its straightforward yet impactful ability makes it a favorite among hobbyists looking to enhance their library with reliable draw spells.
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Card Details
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Wistful Selkie
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Mark Tedin
Card Stock
English
{G/U}{G/U}{G/U}
Creature — Merfolk Wizard
2 / 2
G, U
Card Text
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When this creature enters, draw a card.
Selkies call to a sea they never swam, in a tongue they never spoke, with a song they never learned.