The Magic Origins set with the Sylvan Messenger, an Uncommon Elf creature card from the 2015 Magic: The Gathering expansion.
Sylvan Messenger
2015 • Magic: The Gathering • Magic Origins
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The Sylvan Messenger is a notable entry in the Magic Origins expansion, released in 2015 as card number 199. Illustrated by Anthony Palumbo, this Uncommon card represents the Elf subtype within the green mana color identity. As a four-mana 2/2 creature, it brings both offensive presence and strategic utility to the game. The card features the Trample ability, allowing excess combat damage to reach the opponent, while its enters-the-battlefield trigger reveals the top four cards of your library. Collectors can appreciate how this mechanic helps retrieve other Elf cards, a common strategy in tribal-themed decks. This release is part of the broader Magic: The Gathering trading card game ecosystem, appealing to players who value efficient card draw and synergistic creature interactions. For those building collections around the Magic Origins set, the Sylvan Messenger offers a distinct mechanical identity that complements other green-based strategies. Its straightforward design and reliable effect make it a familiar sight in casual play, while its artistic interpretation adds visual interest to the collection. Whether you are assembling a complete set or focusing on specific creature types, this card represents a key component of the 2015 expansion's narrative and gameplay landscape.
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Sylvan Messenger
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Anthony Palumbo
Card Stock
English
{3}{G}
Creature — Elf
2 / 2
G
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Trample (This creature can deal excess combat damage to the player or planeswalker it's attacking.) When this creature enters, reveal the top four cards of your library. Put all Elf cards revealed this way into your hand and the rest on the bottom of your library in any order.