The Unesh, Criosphinx Sovereign foil card from Magic: The Gathering's 2017 Hour of Devastation Promos. This mythic rare sphinx is a sought-after addition to any TCG collection.
Unesh, Criosphinx Sovereign
2017 • Magic: The Gathering • Hour of Devastation Promos
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Unesh, Criosphinx Sovereign stands as a powerful mythic rare in the 2017 Hour of Devastation Promos set for Magic: The Gathering. Designed by Adrian Majkrzak, this foil card captures the essence of the Sphinx subtype with its distinct blue mana identity. As a Legendary Creature with flying, it offers significant strategic depth for players who build decks around Sphinx synergies, reducing the cost of those spells by two mana. Collectors value this card not only for its gameplay utility but also for its status within the broader Hour of Devastation narrative. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal that distinguishes it from standard prints. For investors and hobbyists alike, tracking cards like Unesh provides insight into the evolving market of promotional TCG releases. Completing a set of Hour of Devastation Promos often requires tracking down high-rarity cards like this one. The card's unique ability to manipulate library draws makes it a memorable piece for competitive builders. Whether you are building a Commander deck or curating a collection, this card represents a key moment in modern TCG design. Its foil finish ensures it remains a standout piece in any binder or display case.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Unesh, Criosphinx Sovereign
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Adrian Majkrzak
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{U}{U}
Legendary Creature — Sphinx
4 / 4
U
Card Text
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Flying Sphinx spells you cast cost {2} less to cast. Whenever Unesh or another Sphinx you control enters, reveal the top four cards of your library. An opponent separates those cards into two piles. Put one pile into your hand and the other into your graveyard.