The 2021 Magic: The Gathering card Grist, the Hunger Tide (Card #306) from the Modern Horizons 2 set, designed by Victor Adame Minguez.
2021 • Magic: The Gathering • Modern Horizons 2
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Grist, the Hunger Tide represents a fascinating mechanical hybrid within the 2021 Magic: The Gathering release, Modern Horizons 2. Designated as card number 306, this piece challenges traditional categorization by functioning simultaneously as a Planeswalker and a creature on the battlefield. The gameplay identity of Grist, the Hunger Tide is defined by its versatile abilities and resource management potential. With a mana cost of {1}{B}{G} and a mana value of 3, it offers efficient entry into the game. Its unique trait allows it to remain a 1/1 Insect creature in all zones until it enters the battlefield, maintaining its dual nature throughout the match. This duality creates strategic depth, as the card interacts with graveyard and creature-based synergies in ways standard Planeswalkers do not. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out cards from the Modern Horizons 2 set for their innovative mechanics and high-quality artwork. Grist, the Hunger Tide stands out due to its black and green color identity and its complex loyalty abilities. Players can utilize its +1 ability to create Insect tokens and mill cards, potentially gaining loyalty counters if an Insect card is milled. The −2 ability allows for creature removal by sacrificing a token, while the ultimate ability deals damage based on the number of creature cards in the graveyard. This combination of token generation, card advantage, and removal makes it a notable entry for enthusiasts of the format. Whether you are a seasoned player looking to expand your collection or a new fan of the Magic: The Gathering universe, exploring the details of cards like Grist, the Hunger Tide enhances the appreciation of the game's rich lore and strategic possibilities.
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Grist, the Hunger Tide
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Victor Adame Minguez
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}{G}
Legendary Planeswalker — Grist
3
B, G
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As long as Grist isn't on the battlefield, it's a 1/1 Insect creature in addition to its other types. +1: Create a 1/1 black and green Insect creature token, then mill a card. If an Insect card was milled this way, put a loyalty counter on Grist and repeat this process. −2: You may sacrifice a creature. When you do, destroy target creature or planeswalker. −5: Each opponent loses life equal to the number of creature cards in your graveyard.
