Identify this Magic: The Gathering trading card game card: Tidebinder Mage, numbered 73 in the Magic 2014 set. This Rare Creature — Merfolk Wizard features a mana cost of {U}{U} and was illustrated by John Severin Brassell.
Tidebinder Mage
2013 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic 2014
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Description
The Magic 2014 set features Tidebinder Mage, a Rare card numbered 73 in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This Creature — Merfolk Wizard possesses a mana cost of {U}{U} and a mana value of 2. Illustrated by John Severin Brassell, the card enters the game with specific interactions involving red or green creatures an opponent controls, tapping them and preventing them from untapping for as long as you control it. Collectors seeking this card number from the M14 set will find it defined by its blue color identity and its role as a Merfolk Wizard.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Tidebinder Mage
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
John Severin Brassell
Card Stock
English
{U}{U}
Creature — Merfolk Wizard
2 / 2
U
Card Text
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When this creature enters, tap target red or green creature an opponent controls. That creature doesn't untap during its controller's untap step for as long as you control this creature.
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of Tidebinder Mage?
The mana cost for this card is {U}{U}, representing two blue mana. It has a mana value of 2 and a power/toughness of 2/2.
What creature types does Tidebinder Mage belong to?
Tidebinder Mage is classified as a Creature — Merfolk Wizard. It is a blue card with a blue color identity.
Who illustrated the Magic 2014 version of Tidebinder Mage?
The artwork for card number 73 in the Magic 2014 set was created by John Severin Brassell.
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