# 2011 Magic: The Gathering Grand Prix Promos #2011

> The 2011 Maelstrom Pulse foil promo card is a high-impact sorcery from the Magic: The Gathering Grand Prix Promos set, designed to clear the board of duplicate permanents.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2011
- **Brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set**: Grand Prix Promos
- **Card Number**: 2011
- **Featured**: Maelstrom Pulse
- **Game**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Rarity**: Rare
- **Mana cost**: {1}{B}{G}
- **Type**: Sorcery
- **Color**: B, G
- **Language**: English
- **Material**: Card Stock
- **Finish**: Foil

## Description

The card's unique status as a promotional item means it was distributed through specific event channels, making it a sought-after piece for enthusiasts tracking the evolution of the game's marketing and distribution strategies. From a gameplay perspective, Maelstrom Pulse serves as a powerful removal tool with a mana cost of {1}{B}{G}. As a sorcery with a mana value of 3, it allows players to target a nonland permanent and destroy all other permanents sharing that exact name. The card’s black and green color identity fits into decks focused on recursion, graveyard strategies, or mass destruction, appealing to players who appreciate high-impact, game-ending spells. Collectors value this card not only for its utility but also for its artistic presentation and rarity within the promotional landscape. Its combination of strategic depth and aesthetic quality ensures it remains a notable entry in the 2011 promotional catalog. Cards from this era often hold steady due to their limited distribution and unique design elements. Maelstrom Pulse, with its bold foil finish and impactful rules text, exemplifies the quality and creativity of The curated selections.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Maelstrom Pulse?

Maelstrom Pulse has a mana cost of {1}{B}{G}, requiring one generic mana, one black mana, and one green mana to cast. It has a mana value of 3.

### What effect does Maelstrom Pulse have?

As a sorcery, Maelstrom Pulse allows you to destroy a target nonland permanent and all other permanents that share its name. This makes it effective for clearing duplicate creatures or artifacts.

### Who is the artist of the Maelstrom Pulse promo card?

The 2011 Maelstrom Pulse foil promo card was illustrated by John Avon, known for his dynamic fantasy artwork in the Magic: The Gathering universe.

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