The 2020 Magic: The Gathering Mysterious Egg foil card from the Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths expansion. Card number 3 features a creature with unique mutation mechanics.
Mysterious Egg
2020 • Magic: The Gathering • Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths
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Description
The Mysterious Egg is a distinct creature card from the 2020 Magic: The Gathering expansion Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths. As card number 3 in the set, this foil version offers collectors a shimmering finish that highlights its status as a Common rarity card. Designed by Volkan Baǵa, the card represents a unique entry in the game's roster of Egg-type creatures. In gameplay, the Mysterious Egg serves as a low-cost creature with a mana value of 1 and a power/toughness of 0/2. Its primary appeal lies in its specialized ability: whenever this creature mutates, it receives a +1/+1 counter. This mechanic allows the card to grow in power during the game, making it a strategic tool for players who enjoy mutating strategies. The card's flavor text, attributed to Dennae, a Savai hunter, adds a layer of narrative depth, describing the creature as a valuable but restricted food source within the game's world. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards often seek out specific set releases like Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths to complete their collections or to acquire foil cards for their aesthetic quality. The Mysterious Egg, with its foil treatment and unique mutation mechanic, stands out as a noteworthy piece for enthusiasts of the game's creature types. Whether you are building a deck focused on mutation or simply adding to your library of foil cards, this release from 2020 provides a compelling option for both play and display.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Mysterious Egg
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Volkan Baǵa
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}
Creature — Egg
0 / 2
Card Text
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Whenever this creature mutates, put a +1/+1 counter on it.
"A good forage if you can find it, but eat it before you get back to sanctuary. The guards won't let you bring it through the gates." —Dennae, Savai hunter
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of the Mysterious Egg?
The Mysterious Egg has a mana cost of {1} and a mana value of 1, making it a low-cost creature to play.
What is the main ability of the Mysterious Egg?
Whenever the Mysterious Egg mutates, you can put a +1/+1 counter on it, increasing its power and toughness.
Who illustrated the Mysterious Egg card?
The card was illustrated by Volkan Baǵa, known for his work in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
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