# 2009 Magic: The Gathering Magic 2010 #178

> The Elvish Visionary is a common green Creature — Elf Shaman from the Magic 2010 set (M10), numbered 178. It features a {1}{G} mana cost and a triggered ability that allows the player to draw a card when it enters the battlefield.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2009
- **Brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set**: Magic 2010
- **Card Number**: 178
- **Featured**: Elvish Visionary
- **Game**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Rarity**: Common
- **Mana cost**: {1}{G}
- **Type**: Creature — Elf Shaman
- **Power / Toughness**: 1 / 1
- **Color**: G
- **Language**: English
- **Material**: Card Stock
- **Finish**: Normal

## Description

The Elvish Visionary is a green Creature — Elf Shaman from the Magic 2010 set, identified by card number 178 in the M10 checklist. Released in 2009, this common card carries a mana cost of {1}{G} and possesses a mana value of 2. Its type line identifies it as an Elf Shaman with power and toughness of 1/1. The card’s primary function is defined by its triggered ability: when Elvish Visionary enters the battlefield, its controller draws a card. This effect provides immediate resource advantage, making it a staple for players building decks that utilize Elf Shaman synergies or simply require efficient card acceleration. The flavor text accompanying the card notes that before any major undertaking, a Cylian elf seeks the guidance of a visionary to learn the will of the gargantuan ancients. Artwork for this release was created by D. Alexander Gregory. The Magic 2010 set (M10) includes card number 178, Elvish Visionary. The Elvish Visionary remains a recognizable piece of this era, valued for its consistent utility in gameplay and its representation of the Elf tribal theme that has persisted throughout Magic: The Gathering history. This card is a Common rarity creature from the Magic 2010 base checklist. Whether used for casual play or competitive deck construction, this card exemplifies the straightforward design philosophy of the 2009 core set. Elvish Visionary is a 1/1 Creature — Elf Shaman with a mana cost of {1}{G}.

## FAQ

### What is the mana cost of Elvish Visionary?

The mana cost for Elvish Visionary is {1}{G}, requiring one generic mana and one green mana to cast. It has a mana value of 2.

### What does the Elvish Visionary card do?

When Elvish Visionary enters the battlefield, its controller draws a card. This is a triggered ability that resolves upon the card being played.

### Who illustrated the Magic 2010 Elvish Visionary card?

The artwork for the Elvish Visionary in the Magic 2010 set was created by artist D. Alexander Gregory.

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