The Distant Melody sorcery from Historic Anthology 1 offers strategic card draw based on your board presence.
2019 • Magic: The Gathering • Historic Anthology 1
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The Distant Melody sorcery, issued as card number 5 in the Historic Anthology 1 set during 2019, serves as a compelling addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Designed by artist Omar Rayyan, this common rarity card is recognized by the set code HA1 and appeals to enthusiasts of the trading card game who appreciate versatile utility spells. The card features a blue mana cost of three generic and one blue mana, resulting in a mana value of four, which positions it within a specific range of strategic play. Mechanically, Distant Melody allows players to choose a creature type and draw a number of cards equal to the permanents they control of that chosen type. This ability makes it a flexible tool for deck builders looking to accelerate their resources or recover from difficult board states. Collectors often seek out cards like this from Historic Anthology 1 because the set focuses on reprinted cards with updated frames and treatments, celebrating the game's history while providing fresh options for various formats. The flavor text adds depth to the card's identity, referencing the faerie queen Oona and her twisted dinner chime, which enriches the narrative context for lore-focused collectors. Whether you are building a new deck or expanding a library of classic strategies, this card represents a key piece of the Historic Anthology series. It stands as a testament to the creative depth of Magic: The Gathering, offering both gameplay utility and collectible value for those who appreciate the intersection of mechanics and storytelling. The product remains a staple for those interested in the strategic layers of the game, providing endless possibilities for deck construction and collection growth.
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Distant Melody
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Omar Rayyan
Card Stock
English
{3}{U}
Sorcery
U
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Choose a creature type. Draw a card for each permanent you control of that type.
Oona's song is like a twisted dinner chime. All the faeries return home, but it is Oona who feasts—on the stolen dreams and rumors they serve her.
FAQ
Distant Melody has a mana cost of three generic mana and one blue mana, totaling a mana value of four. It is a blue sorcery card that requires players to have sufficient blue mana available to cast.
When cast, the player chooses a creature type and then draws a number of cards equal to the number of permanents they control of that chosen type. This makes the card's effectiveness dependent on the board state at the time of casting.
Distant Melody is part of the Historic Anthology 1 set, released in 2019. It is card number 5 in that set and is categorized as a common rarity within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
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