Steam Vents is a dual-land card from the 2018 Guilds of Ravnica expansion, offering flexible Red and Blue mana production for Magic: The Gathering decks.
Steam Vents
2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Guilds of Ravnica
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Description
Steam Vents is a dual-land card from the 2018 Guilds of Ravnica expansion, designed for Magic: The Gathering players seeking reliable Red and Blue mana sources. As a basic Island and Mountain, this card provides essential flexibility for decks built around the Izzet guild's signature color identity. The card features unique gameplay mechanics that allow players to choose between adding one blue mana or one red mana when tapping the land. Additionally, it includes a strategic trade-off option: upon entering the battlefield, you may pay two life to ensure it enters untapped, or let it enter tapped if you prefer to conserve life total. This decision-making process adds depth to early-game strategy, particularly in formats where mana acceleration is critical. The card is numbered 257 in the Guilds of Ravnica set and was illustrated by Jonas De Ro, capturing the industrial aesthetic of the Ravnica setting. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Guilds of Ravnica set or to bolster their library with versatile land cards that support various deck archetypes. Its status as a Rare rarity card from this release makes it a notable addition for enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. The enduring appeal of Steam Vents lies in its functional design and its connection to the beloved Ravnica plane, making it a favorite among both competitive players and collectors looking to expand their collection with high-quality TCG cards.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Steam Vents
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Jonas De Ro
Card Stock
English
Land — Island Mountain
Card Text
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({T}: Add {U} or {R}.) As this land enters, you may pay 2 life. If you don't, it enters tapped.
"A massive new Izzet building project with an unstated purpose? Probably fine." —Zija, Simic mutationist
FAQ
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What mana does Steam Vents produce?
Steam Vents can produce either one blue mana or one red mana, making it a dual-land that supports both colors simultaneously.
Is Steam Vents from the Guilds of Ravnica set?
Yes, Steam Vents is card number 257 from the Guilds of Ravnica expansion, released in 2018 for Magic: The Gathering.
What is the rarity of Steam Vents?
Steam Vents is classified as a Rare card within the Guilds of Ravnica set, indicating its relative scarcity compared to common and uncommon lands.
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