Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance

Description

Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance is a legendary land card released in 2022 as part of the Magic Online Promos set. Identified by card number 98131, this rare card offers distinct gameplay options for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. The card’s primary function allows players to add one red mana to their mana pool by tapping it, providing essential resource acceleration. Beyond standard mana generation, the card features a powerful channel ability. By sacrificing the card and paying a cost of three generic mana and one red mana, players can create two 1/1 colorless Spirit creature tokens with haste. This ability becomes more cost-effective as the game progresses, reducing the activation cost by one mana for each legendary creature already controlled by the player. This scaling mechanic rewards strategic board presence and makes the card a versatile tool in various deck archetypes. Designed by Nao Miyoshi, the card embodies the artistic and mechanical depth characteristic of Magic: The Gathering. As a promotional release, it holds a specific place in the collector's market, appealing to those who seek out unique cards not found in standard booster packs. Collectors often value such promos for their exclusivity and the innovative mechanics they introduce to the game. Whether used for casual play or added to a curated collection, Sokenzan represents the creative evolution of the Trading Card Game.