Island

Description

The 2008 Magic Online Promos release includes the foil Island card, designated as number 40042 in the set's checklist. This promotional card serves as a foundational resource for players of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. It is classified as a basic land, providing the blue mana identity essential for constructing blue-based strategies. Artist John Avon created the imagery for this card number. The foil finish distinguishes this promotional version from standard printings, offering a tactile and visual contrast that appeals to enthusiasts of the game's physical products. The card’s type line identifies it as a Basic Land — Island, meaning it can be played directly from the hand without restriction. In gameplay, the card allows the owner to tap it to add one blue mana symbol to their mana pool. This mechanic is central to the game's resource management, enabling the casting of spells and activation of abilities that require blue mana. Because it is a basic land, it does not use the stack and can be tapped immediately upon entering the battlefield. The foil treatment distinguishes this common land card from non-foil versions. The 2008 era of Magic: The Gathering produced several notable promotional releases, and this Island card is a recognized entry in that catalog. This foil Island is card number 40042 in the 2008 Magic Online Promos set. The card's simple yet iconic design ensures its relevance across different formats and playstyles.