Sphinx of Uthuun

Description

Sphinx of Uthuun is card number 76 in the Magic 2012 base set. Released in 2011, this Rare creature card costs seven mana to cast and possesses the types Creature and Sphinx. The card’s mana value is 7, and it is colored blue. It enters the battlefield with the Flying ability, allowing it to evade most ground-based blockers. Its primary effect triggers upon entry: you reveal the top five cards of your library, and an opponent divides them into two piles. You then choose one pile to add to your hand and place the other into your graveyard. This mechanic provides card selection while introducing a strategic element through the opponent’s choice. Illustrated by Kekai Kotaki, the card represents a specific design era in Magic: The Gathering’s core sets. Card number 76 in the Magic 2012 set is Sphinx of Uthuun. The card’s unique effect and high mana cost make it a recognizable part of the set’s creature lineup. The M12 set remains a foundational release for many players, and Sphinx of Uthuun is a distinct component of its creature ecosystem.