Lorthos, the Tidemaker

Description

Lorthos, the Tidemaker stands as a formidable presence in the 2025 Magic: The Gathering Marvel Universe expansion. As card number 10 in the set, this legendary octopus creature is categorized as a Mythic Rare foil, offering collectors a premium finish that enhances its visual appeal and rarity within the group. Designed by artist John Romita Sr., the card represents a unique crossover between the strategic depth of Magic: The Gathering and the rich lore of the Marvel Universe. From a gameplay perspective, Lorthos requires a significant mana investment of five colorless and three blue mana to cast, resulting in an eight-mana value. Despite the high cost, the creature boasts an impressive 8/8 power and toughness, making it a dominant force on the battlefield. The card’s most distinctive ability triggers whenever it attacks, allowing the controller to pay eight mana to tap up to eight target permanents. These tapped permanents then fail to untap during their controllers' next untap steps, providing a powerful control effect that can disrupt an opponent's strategy significantly. Whether you are building a competitive deck or simply appreciating the artistry and mechanics of the game, this foil version of Lorthos offers a tangible connection to the 2025 release. The combination of John Romita Sr.'s artistic legacy and the card's potent abilities makes it a standout addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection.